Screening Men Over 65 For Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Could Save Lives

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Screening Men Over 65 For Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms Could Save Lives - 15-05-2007, 09:20 AM

Between 5 and 10 percent of men aged 65 to 79 have abdominal aortic aneurysms, but don't know it. If their weakened arteries burst they stand a very high risk of dying. Ultrasound screening of men in this age group can significantly reduce the numbers of men who die from this condition. The overall benefits of screening are complex, however, because many men may be subjected to unnecessary anxiety and/or to the complications of surgery.

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