Diagnosis and Test for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
Since AAAs don’t usually show signs or symptoms, healthcare providers often diagnose a ruptured AAAs through any tests ordered for other health conditions. If you provider suspects you have an AAA us to test results or other reasons, they may perform:
- Computed tomography angiogram (CTA) [5]
- Abdominal duplex ultrasound
For patients who are at risk of developing an AAA, medical professionals advise an ultrasound screening. This quick and painless imaging test determines whether you have an AAA. If so, your doctor will advise getting more ultrasounds to check on the aneurysm at regular intervals (typically every six to twelve months). Your doctor may suggest surgery if it becomes too big or if you have additional risk factors for aneurysm rupture.