Case List History Objectives Radiology Images Questions VASCULAR SURGERY Case #3 - A 65 year old with a pulsatile abdominal mass DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: 6.) What is the main factor predisposing to rupture of the aneurysm? The risk of rupture is based on the diameter of the aneurysm. If the diameter is 5-6 cm, the risk of rupture at 5 years is 25%. As size increases, risk increases.
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