The role of diabetes on the development of abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA)
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a pathological local dilatation of the abdominal aorta that may develop from a variety of causes. With a 80% mortality rate, it is mainly linked to male gender, age above 65 years, smoking, and a family history of AAA. Ultrasonography is an effective method for...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Kazimierz Wielki University
2024-04-01
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Series: | Journal of Education, Health and Sport |
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Online Access: | https://apcz.umk.pl/JEHS/article/view/49837 |