Active Surveillance & Screening
Some individuals diagnosed with an aortic aneurysm may not need surgery
or surgery right away. Instead, the team at the Elaine & Robert Matranga
Aortic Center will track these patients, using active surveillance, to
monitor the size of their aneurysm and watch for signs of growth over
time. But as the aneurysm grows – the risk for rupture or dissection
also increases. Once an aneurysm reaches a certain size in diameter, elective
surgery is recommended, since an emergency surgery carries a much greater
risk. However, some people may live with an aortic aneurysm and never
need surgery. If the aneurysm stays small – the chance that a small
stable aneurysm will burst is also small.
Hoag’s Vascular Lab works closely with the Elaine & Robert Matranga
Aortic Center to provide state-of-the-art diagnostic screening services,
including abdominal aortic aneurysm screenings, where a certified technician
utilizes ultrasound to scan the abdominal portion of the aorta.
Lifestyle Modifications
For some individuals, their doctor may prescribe some lifestyle modifications,
in addition to treatment. Here are some lifestyle modification tips that
may help fight future aortic and cardiac diseases:
- Continue to monitor your heart and aorta
- Establish a good routine: Exercise, diet and stay active
- Stay up to date with your dental exams and maintain good oral hygiene
- Quit smoking
- Watch muscle to fat ratio
- Manage your blood pressure
- Stop any drug use
- Stay positive
- Screen family members
Contact Us
The Elaine & Robert Matranga Aortic Center provides every therapeutic
advantage, from a highly skilled team, to advanced treatment approaches
and state of the art facilities. Call us for a consultation or a second
opinion at
855-735-5677 or
email. For patients who live a long distance from Hoag, we are also available
for virtual telehealth visits.