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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Repair

Definition

Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) repair is a surgical procedure performed to treat an enlarged and weakened area in the abdominal aorta, the main blood vessel supplying blood to the lower part of the body. The repair aims to prevent the aneurysm from rupturing, which can cause life-threatening internal bleeding.