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Imaging recommendation · Vascular

Known AAA surveillance

Recommended: Abdominal Aorta Ultrasound at interval based on size is the preferred imaging study for known aaa surveillance. Per SVS: < 4 cm every 3 years, 4.0-4.9 cm annually, 5.0-5.4 cm every 6 months.

Recommended study

Abdominal Aorta Ultrasound at interval based on size

US No contrast Preferred Vascular Outpatient Reviewed

Per SVS: < 4 cm every 3 years, 4.0-4.9 cm annually, 5.0-5.4 cm every 6 months. Repair at ≥ 5.5 cm (men) or ≥ 5.0 cm (women).

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