Mesh term Aneurysm
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Description
Pathological outpouching or sac-like dilatation in the wall of any blood vessel (ARTERIES or VEINS) or the heart (HEART ANEURYSM). It indicates a thin and weakened area in the wall which may later rupture. Aneurysms are classified by location, etiology, or other characteristics.Browse to child terms:
Aneurysm, Dissecting
Aneurysm, False
Aneurysm, Infected
Aneurysm, Ruptured
Aortic Aneurysm
Coronary Aneurysm
Endoleak
Heart Aneurysm
Iliac Aneurysm
Intracranial Aneurysm
Microaneurysm
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