Aneurysms | Causes and Risk Factors

Aneurysm: Causes

There are a number of reasons why a portion of an artery wall might weaken and lead to the formation of an aneurysm:

• Congenital defect in the artery (present at the time of birth)
• Buildup of plague in the arteries, known as atherosclerosis
• Inherited medical conditions that can weaken the artery wall
• Developed medical conditions like hypertension and diabetes
• Elevated cholesterol levels
• Trauma to the body in the area of the artery
• Age, genetics and gender (men are at higher risk)
• Smoking

Aneurysm: Signs and Symptoms

DON’T IGNORE THE SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF ANEURYSMS

Because aneurysms can rupture without any warning, it is important to diagnose and treat them as early as possible. The vascular surgeons at California Vein & Vascular Centers have special diagnostic equipment to find and evaluate potential aneurysms. Our vascular specialists also offer different treatment options that can be customized to a patient’s specific needs, location of the aneurysm and medical history.