Analysis and computer program for rupture-risk prediction of abdominal aortic aneurysms

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are the 13<sup>th </sup>leading cause of death in the United States. While AAA rupture may occur without significant warning, its risk assessment is generally based on critical v...

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Main Authors: Li Zhonghua, Kleinstreuer Clement
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2006-03-01
Series:BioMedical Engineering OnLine
Online Access:http://www.biomedical-engineering-online.com/content/5/1/19