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About aneurysms

An aneurysm is a bulging, weakened area in the wall of a blood vessel. An aneurysm may occur in any blood vessel, but most often develops in an artery rather than a vein.

The most common location of an aneurysm is the aorta, which carries oxygenated blood from the heart to the body.​​​

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Aneurysm treatment

 
 

Because an aneurysm may continue to increase in size, along with weakening of the artery wall, treatment is required to prevent rupture. With rupture, life-threatening hemorrhage is possible, so it is important to have a known aneurysm carefully monitored by your Baylor Scott & White team.

Treatment plans for patients will be determined by their care team based on age, medical history, type and stage of aneurysm and personal preferences. Options may include:

  • Medicine
  • Monitoring
  • Embolization​
Specialized centers
Center for Aortic Disease
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The Center for Aortic Disease located in Temple, Texas, provides specialized care for degenerative aneurysm disease from the chest to the abdomen. Visit location
Centro aórtico
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The ​Aortic Center at Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital – Dallas focuses on treating complex conditions related to aortic disease. Visit location
Thoracic Aortic Disease Center
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The Baylor Scott & White The Heart Hospital – Plano Thoracic Aortic Disease Center ​provides care for thoracic aortic aneurysms. Visit location
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