Abstract
Aortic aneurysms are common in adults due to atherosclerosis but are rare in children and young adults, often overlooked due to infrequent reporting. Acquired aneurysms are usually linked to factors like umbilical artery ligation, connective tissue diseases, or vasculitides. In contrast, the causes of congenital abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) remain unknown due to their extreme rarity. Only a few cases have been reported. Prompt diagnosis is essential when symptoms such as abdominal distention, vomiting, or abdominal pulsatility occur. Diagnosis is typically confirmed through ultrasonography and multi-slice spiral computed tomography angiographies (MCSTA). After detection, a comprehensive investigation is necessary to rule out acquired AAA causes. Managing congenital AAA requires a highly personalized approach, with early surgical repair using grafts as a recommended option. After an extensive analysis of numerous academic sources, we have comprehensively understood the epidemiology, clinical features, and diagnostic and treatment techniques for congenital abdominal aortic aneurysms.
Keywords: Aortic aneurysms, Abdominal, Congenital, Children, Young adults, Atherosclerosis.
New Emirates Medical Journal
Title:Congenital Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Presentation, Etiology, Diagnosis and Management
Volume: 5
Author(s): Majd R. Al-Askari, Mohamed Anas Mohamed Faruk Patni*, Yaman Krayem and Abdullah Ejaz
Affiliation:
- Community Medicine, Ras Al Khaimah College of Medical Science, Ras Al Khaimah Medical and Health Science University, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
Keywords: Aortic aneurysms, Abdominal, Congenital, Children, Young adults, Atherosclerosis.
Abstract: Aortic aneurysms are common in adults due to atherosclerosis but are rare in children and young adults, often overlooked due to infrequent reporting. Acquired aneurysms are usually linked to factors like umbilical artery ligation, connective tissue diseases, or vasculitides. In contrast, the causes of congenital abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) remain unknown due to their extreme rarity. Only a few cases have been reported. Prompt diagnosis is essential when symptoms such as abdominal distention, vomiting, or abdominal pulsatility occur. Diagnosis is typically confirmed through ultrasonography and multi-slice spiral computed tomography angiographies (MCSTA). After detection, a comprehensive investigation is necessary to rule out acquired AAA causes. Managing congenital AAA requires a highly personalized approach, with early surgical repair using grafts as a recommended option. After an extensive analysis of numerous academic sources, we have comprehensively understood the epidemiology, clinical features, and diagnostic and treatment techniques for congenital abdominal aortic aneurysms.
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Al-Askari R. Majd, Patni Mohamed Faruk Mohamed Anas*, Krayem Yaman and Ejaz Abdullah, Congenital Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: Presentation, Etiology, Diagnosis and Management, New Emirates Medical Journal 2024; 5 : e02506882295744 . https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/0102506882295744240319091911
DOI https://dx.doi.org/10.2174/0102506882295744240319091911 |
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