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Review of current theories for abdominal aortic aneurysm pathogenesis.
Vascular - 1 Jan 2000
Nordon Ian M, Hinchliffe Robert J, Holt Peter J, Loftus Ian M, Thompson Matthew M
Abstract excerpt
Atherosclerotic plaques are a feature of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs). Atherosclerosis and AAA appear to share similar risk factors. These observations have led to the conclusion that AAAs are a consequence of advanced atherosclerosis.This review explores current theories regarding the pathogenesis of AAA and their implications for treatment.A systematic literature search was conducted using the search terms...
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