Who is at greatest risk for an aneurysm?
A. Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) occurs more commonly in men than women and typically appears after the age of 50. Aneurysms are the 10th-leading cause of death in men over the age of 55. Research indicates that women aged 65 and older with cardiovascular disease risk factors, such as high blood pressure and tobacco use, are also at increased risk.
