Contents


Preface

An aortic aneurysm is an enlargement of the aorta. It is a major global public health problem with unmet needs regarding primary prevention. Aortic aneurysm has an incidence of up to 10 cases per 100,000, and is more common in men older than 60 years. Aortic aneurysm leads to at least 15,000 deaths when it ruptures due to the enlarged aortic wall's weakening. Aneurysm of the aorta can start anywhere from the aortic valve sinuses to the common iliac arteries. Aortic aneurysm etiology

This book reviews the latest information on the diagnosis and surveillance of aortic root dilation, mycotic aortic aneurysm, and the role of human immunodeficiency virus. Written by international experts, chapters discuss such topics as animal models for abdominal aortic aneurysm, safe methods of repairing type A aortic dissection, and challenges in data image analysis. Each chapter is illustrated with tables, figures, and diagrams to enhance content, and contains references for further information. The book provides a simple framework for those who want to understand the principles of aortic aneurysm and aortic dissection repair. It provides a global outlook on the disease and its diagnosis and management.

We hope this book will be of value to all clinicians and healthcare providers as well as patients who want to learn more about aortic aneurysm and aortic dissection. Cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, cardiac pathologists, and radiologists will also learn

> **Jeffrey Shuhaiber MD** University of Massachusetts,

> > USA

from this book how to help care for patients with this disease.

remains unknown, yet common cardiovascular risk factors remain strongly associated. Aortic aneurysm mortality has not declined despite our innovations,

education, and contributions.
