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Aortic Aneurysm - Weakness and subsequent dilation of the vessel wall, usually caused by genetic defect or atherosclerotic damage to the intima. Weakness and subsequent dilation of the vessel wall, usually caused by genetic defect or atherosclerotic damage to the intima. - Describe Aortic Aneurysm 1. Atherosclerosis damage to intima 2. Genetic defect - What typically causes an aortic aneurysm? Atherosclerosis - This is the most common cause of Aortic Aneurysm? 1. Congenital 2. Syphilis 3. Giant Cell Arteritis 4. Vasculitis 5. Trauma 6. Marfan Syndrome 7. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome - Most aortic aneurysms are caused by atherosclerosis. However, some exist as a these causes? 1. Male (8x more likely) 2. Elderly 3. Smoker 4. CAD 5. Emphysema 6. Renal Impairment - Describe the most common type of person to end up with an aortic aneurysm? 1. Abdominal 2. Thoracic - Where do Aortic Aneurysms typically occur? 90% - What is the mortality rate for Aortic rupture (dissection)? 1. Asymptomatic or 2. Pulsating abdominal mass or