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Aneurysms are usually classified by their shape.
Aneurysms are usually classified by their shape.


== Fusiform Aneurysms==
==Fusiform Aneurysms==
* Most common type seen in the infrarenal aorta
*Most common type seen in the infrarenal aorta
* Diffuse, circumferential
*Diffuse, circumferential


==Saccular Aneurysms==
==Saccular Aneurysms==
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==References==
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Revision as of 17:15, 19 November 2012

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Overview

Aneurysms are usually classified by their shape.

Fusiform Aneurysms

  • Most common type seen in the infrarenal aorta
  • Diffuse, circumferential

Saccular Aneurysms

  • Involve only a portion of the circumference, with a characteristic outpouching of the vessel wall.

References