What is the outcome for many aortic aneurysms?

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Many aortic aneurysms have the outcome of rupture and hemorrhage, which is a life-threatening condition requiring emergency surgery. Early diagnosis and repair can prevent this outcome, however, untreated aneurysms can continue to enlarge and increase the risk of rupture. Thrombus formation and pulmonary embolus can occur in cases where the aneurysm is associated with a thrombus, but this is not as common as rupture. Pressure on adjacent organs or structures can lead to symptoms, but it is not typically the outcome of an aortic aneurysm.

What Is the Outcome for Many Aortic Aneurysms