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Celiac Artery Aneurysm: Anyone else with same illness?

Aortic Aneurysms | Last Active: Nov 16 12:44am | Replies (510)

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@johnnyfive

Hello everyone! Two weeks ago, I went to my family doctor with abdominal pains. He ordered a CT and everything looked good. But like many of you, they found a celiac artery aneurysm. My doctor told me that it was small and we would scan it in another year to see if it grew. He also gave me the option of seeing a vascular surgeon. So, I decided to follow that route and see what he says (I have an appointment on Monday, May1) . I have read up on it and it looks like they don't do anything until it reaches 2cm. I'm pretty close to that now with mine being 1.8cm and it makes me a little uncomfortable. I don't know if I should be seeing a local vascular surgeon or go to the Mayo clinic? Will they go ahead and do surgery since i'm only 2mm from 2cm? If anyone has any advice for me I'll gladly take it. I just don't know what to do with this rare and dangerous issue. Thank you!

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Hello @johnnyfive and welcome to Mayo Connect. I can certainly understand your concern. Please know that it is always your right to seek a second or even third opinion if you are uncomfortable with what your current medical team has advised.

In addition to the follow-up in a year, did your doctor advise you regarding restrictions like lifting, etc.?