In an asymptomatic abdominal aoa aneurysm, elective repair is indicated if the aneurysmal diameter is greater than
Correct Answer: 5.5 cm
Description: An asymptomatic abdominal aoic aneurysm in an otherwise fit patient should be considered for repair if >55 mm in diameter (measured by ultrasonography). The annual incidence of rupture rises from 1% or less in aneurysms that are <55 mm in diameter to a significant level, perhaps as high as 25%, in those that are 70 mm in diameter.Ref: Bailey and love pg: 961
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