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Copyright: Med CARDIOVASCULAR PATHOPHYSIOLOGY Aneurysms An aneurysm is a localized dilation or ballooning of a blood vessel wall or cardiac chamber, usually caused by a weakening of the vessel wall. If an aneurysm ruptures, it can lead to life-threatening bleeding. True Aneurysm: Involves all three layers of the arterial wall (intima, media, and adventitia). These are often caused by conditions like atherosclerosis or hypertension. False Aneurysm (Pseudoaneurysm): Occurs when there’s a break in the vascular wall, and blood collects outside the vessel layers but is contained by surrounding tissue. Common Causes: • Atherosclerosis • Hypertension • Trauma • Infections (e.g., syphilis) • Genetic disorders (e.g., Marfan syndrome)