Aneurysms of arteries in the arms, legs, heart, and brain


  • An aneurysm is a bulge (dilation) in the wall of an artery.
    (See also Aortic Branch Aneurysms.)
    Aneurysms may occur in any artery. Aneurysms are most common in the aorta, which is the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the body. The aorta is located in the torso. Aneurysms may also occur in arteries outside the torso, including those in the

    Legs (femoral arteries in the thighs, popliteal arteries behind the knees)
    Heart (coronary arteries)
    Neck (carotid arteries)
    Brain (cerebral arteries)

    Aneurysms of the carotid arteries are rare. Older people are more likely to have aneurysms than are younger people.


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