Aortic Aneurysm: The Silent Killer We Must Detect Early
Dr. Ravinder Singh Rao, Chairman, Cardiac science, Vice Chairman, RHL, Rajasthan Hospital
New Delhi [India], February 20: Aortic aneurysm is one of the most dangerous yet least understood vascular diseases. It develops silently, without early symptoms, and often reveals itself only when it becomes life-threatening.
In simple terms, it occurs when the aorta — the main artery carrying blood from the heart — becomes weak and begins to bulge outward. Constant blood pressure on this weakened wall gradually increases the risk of rupture, which can cause massive internal bleeding and sudden death.
What makes this condition especially dangerous is its silent progression. Most individuals feel completely normal while the disease develops slowly over years. There is usually no pain, no discomfort, ...