Aortic Artery Aneurysm Exams
What is an Aortic Artery Aneurysm Exam?
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA), is a condition in which the aorta stretches and balloons in the belly region. When an abdominal aortic aneurysm occurs, it weakens the walls of the artery and can rupture or leak, causing bleeding into the abdomen.
When this occurs, it is a very serious medical emergency requiring immediate medical attention.
Aortic Artery Aneurysm Exam
The Aortic Artery Aneurysm Exam is part of Life Line Screening’s package that screens for your risk of Stroke and Cardiovascular Disease.
At Life Line Screening, we use ultrasound technology to take images and measurements of your abdominal aorta to screen for the existence of an aneurysm that could lead to a ruptured aortic artery.
80% of stroke and cardiovascular disease can be preventable –American Heart Association*
See below for the components of our screening package.
Get 4 Tests in 1 Visit With Our Screening Package for $159
What's included?
Carotid Artery Screening (Plaque)
Ultrasound evaluation of the carotid arteries that screens for buildup of fatty plaque — one of the leading causes of strokes.
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
Ultrasound is used to screen for the existence of an aneurysm (enlargement) in the abdominal aorta that could lead to a ruptured aortic artery.
Peripheral Arterial Disease Screening
Uses ultrasound and blood pressure measurements to check for peripheral arterial disease (plaque build-up) in the lower extremities.
Atrial Fibrillation
A quick and easy test using a 6-lead EKG designed to identify Atrial Fibrillation. Electrodes are placed on the arms and legs. Atrial fibrillation increases the risk of stroke by 5 times.
Testimonials**
“If I hadn’t gone to Life Line Screening I never would have known that my arteries were blocked as much as they were. Doctors don’t check this unless something is wrong. By the time I got two more opinions and then had to wait six months to go back to the last doctor I was 95 % blocked. They brought me soon after that. I could have had a stroke. This was the best decision I have ever made.” –Noreen O.
“I had considerable blockage in my carotid arteries, and no symptoms. Thanks to Life Line Screening for sending me the postcard that probably saved my life.” –Sheri R.
* American Heart Association
** The testimonials reflect real life stories from Life Line Screening customers. Testimonials that include abnormal findings may not reflect the typical experience since most screening results are normal.