Member Comments are provided by individuals and reflect their personal opinions only. Under NO circumstances should you act on any advice or opinion posted in this forum. ALWAYS check with your personal physician before taking any action regarding your health! MedHelp International and our partners, sponsors and affiliates have no obligation to monitor any comments posted on this site, or the content and/or accuracy of such exchanges. MedHelp International does not endorse the views of any user.
Heart Disease (Expert Forum)
Abdominal Aortic
Answered by
Cleveland Clinic - Heart
Cleveland - OH
This forum is for questions and support regarding heart issues such as: Angina, Angioplasty, Arrhythmia, Bypass Surgery, Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Artery Disease, Defibrillator, Heart Attack, Heart Disease, High Blood Pressure, Mitral Valve Prolapse, Pacemaker, PAD, Stenosis, Stress Tests.
Doctor's Answer
by Cleveland Clinic, Oct 25, 2007 09:22PM
, Oct 25, 2007 09:22PM
I am assuming that you had bypass of the abdominal aneurysm. If so, a new pulsatile mass may indeed represent increase in the size of the native aneurysm, or even a contained rupture ( pseudo aneurysm) and you should seek immediate medical attention in the form of an emergency room. This is especially true if you have abdominal pain, lightheadedness or dizziness. Do not drive to the ER, call 911 and have them transport you.
