Question

A 67-year-old man with a 5.6-cm ascending thoracic aortic aneurysm and well-controlled BP has no connective tissue disorder. What is the recommended management?

Accepted Answer

Elective surgical repair at 5.5 cm or greater

Answer

Medical therapy only with annual imaging

Answer

Elective repair only if diameter >=6.5 cm

Answer

Endovascular repair preferred for ascending aorta in all cases

Answer

Delay repair until symptomatic

Practice question

A 67-year-old man with a 5.6-cm ascending thoracic aortic aneurysm and well-controlled BP has no connective tissue disorder. What is the recommended management?