Causes: Aneurysms are commonly the result from atherosclerosis, which is plaque or fatty material in the inner walls of the atery; this is because it weakens the aortic wall Other causes can be age and family history, fungal infection of the aortic arch, congenital disorders, and hypertension
QUICK FACT: Ascending aortic aneurysm is usually seen in hypertensive men under the age of 60 Signs and symptoms: The symptoms of an aortic aneurysm depends on they type of aneurysm you get but since ascending aortic aneurysm is most common we will focus on that.
The usual signs and symptoms are.. * Pain * Bradycardia (or low heart rate) * Difference in blood pressure between the right and left arms * Jugular vein distention Coronary Artery Disease Definition: Coronary artery disease (CAD) results from the narrowing of the coronary arteries over time also because of athersclerosis. The primary effect of CAD is a diminished supply of oxygen and nutrients to myocardial tissue due to decreased blood flow Pathophysiology:
