Cardiac Intervention

Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Management

Diagnosis, monitoring and catheter-based endovascular treatment of an abnormally widened abdominal aorta.

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Procedure Catheter-based intervention

Hospital Stay Depends on recovery

Recovery Generally faster

Suitability After specialist evaluation

Overview

Understanding Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Management

What is an Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?

An Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) is an abnormal, localised widening or ballooning of the abdominal aorta, the main blood vessel carrying blood from the heart to the abdomen, pelvis and legs. Most aneurysms grow slowly and cause no symptoms, but if left unmonitored, a large aneurysm can rupture, which is a life-threatening emergency. Early detection through screening allows timely, planned treatment before this can happen.

Who is at Risk and Needs Evaluation?

Patients over 60 years of age, particularly smokers or ex-smokers
Patients with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or known atherosclerosis
Patients with a family history of aortic aneurysm
Patients found to have an incidental aortic widening on ultrasound or CT scan

How is AAA Diagnosed and Treated?

An abdominal aortic aneurysm is usually diagnosed with an ultrasound or CT angiogram, which measures the size and shape of the aneurysm. Small aneurysms are monitored with regular imaging and risk-factor control, while aneurysms that reach a critical size or grow rapidly are treated, often with a minimally invasive endovascular approach in which a covered stent-graft is placed inside the aorta through the femoral artery to reinforce the weakened vessel wall from within.

Benefits of Timely AAA Management

Prevents life-threatening rupture through early detection and planned treatment
Minimally invasive endovascular repair avoids major open abdominal surgery in eligible patients
Regular surveillance allows safe, watchful monitoring of smaller aneurysms

Recovery and Follow-up

Patients undergoing endovascular repair typically recover faster than with open surgery, with a shorter hospital stay. Lifelong imaging follow-up is recommended to ensure the repair remains stable over time.

Why Choose Dr. Prashant Dwivedi for AAA Care in Jaipur?

Dr. Prashant Dwivedi provides comprehensive evaluation and management of abdominal aortic aneurysms for patients in Jaipur, combining vascular imaging expertise with catheter-based treatment planning for the safest possible outcome.

Treatment suitability is confirmed only after clinical examination, cardiac imaging and detailed assessment by the specialist.

Treatment Journey

How the intervention is planned

Every procedure is planned according to the patient’s heart anatomy, symptoms and overall medical condition.

Detailed Evaluation

Ultrasound or CT angiography measures the aneurysm size, shape and growth rate.

Treatment Planning

A decision is made between ongoing surveillance and endovascular or surgical repair based on aneurysm size.

Endovascular Repair (if indicated)

A covered stent-graft is placed inside the aorta through the femoral artery to reinforce the weakened wall.

Monitoring and Recovery

Patients are monitored closely, with a shorter recovery than open surgery in most cases.

Long-Term Surveillance

Lifelong imaging follow-up ensures the aorta or repair remains stable.

Cardiac Specialist

Dr. Prashant Dwivedi

Interventional and Structural Heart Cardiologist

Dr. Prashant Dwivedi has extensive experience in structural heart interventions, combining detailed imaging, careful procedural planning, international training and personalised patient care.

Structural Heart Expertise Advanced Cardiac Imaging Patient-Centred Care

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Management

General information to help patients understand the intervention and treatment process.

Treatment is generally considered once an abdominal aortic aneurysm reaches a critical diameter or shows rapid growth on serial imaging; smaller aneurysms are typically monitored with regular ultrasound or CT surveillance.

No. Many patients are candidates for minimally invasive endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR), where a covered stent-graft is placed through the femoral artery, avoiding a major abdominal incision.

Sudden, severe abdominal or back pain, along with dizziness or fainting, can indicate a leaking or ruptured aneurysm and requires immediate emergency medical attention.

Small aneurysms are typically monitored every six to twelve months with ultrasound or CT imaging, with the exact frequency depending on the aneurysm's size and growth rate.

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