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Picture from Heart Foundation - NZ ❤️ Understanding Aortic Aneurysms An aortic aneurysm  occurs when a section of the aorta —the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body—becomes weakened and begins to bulge or stretch . Over time, this bulge can grow larger and, in severe cases, may rupture, which is a life-threatening emergency. 📍 Types of Aortic Aneurysms There are two main types, based on where they occur: • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA):  

Medical Monday: Who's at Higher Risk for Aortic Disease? Welcome back to Medical Monday! Today, we're discussing something that may be pertinent to many of us: who is at increased risk for aortic disease? Anyone can develop problems in their aorta, but certain conditions greatly elevate the risk of issues we often discuss, such as aortic aneurysms, dissections, and problems with the aortic valve, and accelerate the age at which these may present, compared to someone without s

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🫵We want YOU to be the shining star in someone else's life by sharing your story as a patient, survivor or caregiver. ❤️Whether it's Aortic Valve Disease, Aortic Aneurysms or an Aortic Dissection, your ability to validate another person's experience is not only therapeutic but inspiring. ❤️Help us show others how to Thrive and not just Survive. 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗶𝘃𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀: Click HERE 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗡𝗼𝘄: Click HERE Survivor Story from Niall Harrison. Before y