5. Screenings
If you are male and over the age of 65 it is important to be screened for abdominal aortic aneurysms. This is because men over the age of 65 are at a higher risk of developing an AAA. The screening for an abdominal aortic aneurysm is quite simple as it consists of an abdominal ultrasound.
Your doctor can order an abdominal ultrasound to determine whether or not you have developed an abdominal aortic aneurysm. This ultrasound will show any issues that you may have in the abdominal area. Screenings are usually done about once per year.
If it is discovered that you have an abdominal aortic aneurysm your doctor may conduct further screenings to keep an eye on its growth. Surgery may be necessary if the abdominal aortic aneurysm is growing at a rapid pace and there is a risk for it rupturing. You may also need to make dietary changes to decrease the risk of it rupturing.