What Is an Aortic Aneurysm Screening?
Aortic aneurysm screening is medical screening which is designed to identify the early signs of an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) before it ruptures. When conducted properly and in populations at high risk, the screening can save lives. Recommendations for aortic aneurysm screening vary, depending on the nation, and are based on studies conducted by government agencies which make health screening recommendations. When determining whether or not to recommend screenings, these agencies aim to make sure that the benefits exceed the costs.
