Is an aortic aneurysm dangerous?
![]() A number of famous people have died of aortic catastrophes, including:
Aortic aneurysms, which result from weakening of the aortic wall, can lead to rupture or dissection (a tear in the aorta). The risk of these events increases as the size of the aneurysm increases. Rupture of the aorta most frequently results in immediate death. Aortic dissection is the most common catastrophe of the aorta. As many as 40% of people with aortic dissections die instantly, and the risk of the death increases 1-3% every hour. |
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