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Abdominal aortic aneurysm

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Picture of an abdominal aortic aneurysm

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An abdominal aortic aneurysm is a stretched and bulging area in the wall of the section of the aorta that supplies oxygen-rich blood to the lower body.

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Last Updated: 03/07/2008