Aneurysms
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Abdominal aortic aneurysm: Fast facts
- The aorta is the large artery that carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body.
- An aortic aneurysm is a bulging section in the wall of the aorta.
- An abdominal aortic aneurysm happens in the part of the aorta that is in the belly.
Current as of: August 6, 2023
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