aneurysm
A thin sac caused by a weakened area in the walls of blood vessels or the heart. As an aneurysm increases in size, the sac tends to become thinner, and the risk of its breaking becomes greater.
Last Updated
October 7, 2025
October 7, 2025
Last updated: October 7, 2025.
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