A 66-year-old with abdominal aortic aneurysm measuring 5.6 cm (fusiform) and acceptable surgical risk asks about timing of repair. What is recommended...

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A 66-year-old with abdominal aortic aneurysm measuring 5.6 cm (fusiform) and acceptable surgical risk asks about timing of repair. What is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Elective repair now

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Surveillance until >6.5 cm

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Repair only if symptomatic

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Repair at 6.0 cm for men

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Medical therapy only

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

A 66-year-old with abdominal aortic aneurysm measuring 5.6 cm (fusiform) and acceptable surgical risk asks about timing of repair. What is recommended?