What questions should I ask my doctor if I have an ascending aortic aneurysm?
What questions should I ask my doctor if I have an ascending aortic aneurysm?
If you’ve been diagnosed with an ATAA, consider asking your doctor the following questions:
- How big is the aneurysm?
- How can I reduce my risk of an aneurysm rupture?
- Is the aneurysm getting larger? If so, how quickly is it growing?
- What are the chances that the aneurysm will rupture?
- Will I need surgery for the aneurysm?
- What are the risks of aneurysm repair surgery?