Abdominal scans and aneurysm screening
Abdominal aortic aneurysms can be detected with various imaging tests including CT scans and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, so they’re often found during testing for other health concerns. If you visit your doctor specifically for an aortic aneurysm screening, they’ll typically use an ultrasound, a test that uses sound waves, to show the shape of the aorta and the flow of blood through it.
Who should get screened for abdominal aortic aneurysms
It’s recommended that men who have ever smoked cigarettes get a one-time screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms.
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