Aortic and Peripheral Aneurysm Treatment

An aneurysm occurs when the wall of a blood vessel becomes weak and starts to bulge. This weakening creates an abnormal widening or “ballooning” more than 50 percent of the vessel’s normal diameter. Most Americans diagnosed with an aneurysm have an aortic aneurysm, an aneurysm in the aorta. This is the largest artery in the body, which extends from above the heart and down towards the hips.

Aortic aneurysms can occur in the wall of the aorta in the abdomen (abdominal aortic aneurysm) or in the chest (thoracic aortic aneurysm). Left untreated, aortic aneurysms can dissect or rupture, and can cause life-threatening complications.

Aneurysm FAQs

Normally, individuals have no aneurysm symptoms until it ruptures. Imaging tests for completely unrelated issues, like kidney stones, are often how abdominal aortic aneurysms are found before a rupture.

In the case of a rupture, one may experience the following aortic aneurysm symptoms:

  • Severe pain in the back, chest, or abdomen areas
  • Dizziness or loss of consciousness due to low blood pressure

If you have a condition such as atherosclerosis that weakens the artery walls, you are more at risk for developing an aortic or peripheral aneurysm.

Other risk factors for developing an aneurysm include:

  • Long-term smoking or tobacco use
  • Family history of aneurysms
  • High blood pressure

The vascular doctors at University Surgical Associates see patients at various locations in the Chattanooga area. Each of our providers is board-certified in general and vascular surgery and can diagnose and treat aortic and peripheral aneurysms in patients. Call (423) 267-0466 to schedule an appointment.

If you are experiencing any symptoms or signs of aneurysm rupture, you should seek medical attention right away. A ruptured or leaking aneurysm is an emergency that usually requires surgical intervention.

If you do not have a rupture, but have been diagnosed with an aneurysm, you should talk with your doctor or a vascular specialist to decide on the best course of treatment. This normally involves surgery, but sometimes includes careful monitoring of your condition.

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Choose University Surgical Associates for Aortic & Peripheral Aneurysm Treatment in Chattanooga

If you have been diagnosed with a vascular-related aneurysm, such as an abdominal aortic aneurysm, contact University Surgical Associates for treatment. Our board-certified vascular surgeons specialize in open repairs and endovascular procedures to repair diseased artery walls. In addition to treating aneurysms, we also treat deep vein thrombosis, peripheral artery disease, carotid artery disease and other types of vascular disease.

Contact our team to learn more or schedule a consultation.

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Today our network extends to more than 6 cities in the region. Search our network of surgeons and nurse practitioners by specialty or location.