What is Aneurysms

An aneurysm (or aneurism) is localized, blood-filled dilation (bulge) of a blood vessel caused by disease or weakening of the vessel wall.[1] Aneurysms most commonly occur in arter...

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Hi,
I'm brand new here. I just found out I have a 2mm aneurysm and met with a specialist who suggested I get a diagnostic angiogram. I was ready to schedule it but started reading and thinking about the risk of the procedure vs. the risk of watching it because the doctors have told me it's tiny and has less than one percent risk of rupturing. Any thoughts?
Thanks!
Catherine
Posted on 10/15/09, 04:10 pm
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