Human activity is causing environmental degradation, which is the deterioration of the environment through depletion of resources such as air, water and soil; the destruction of ecosystems; habitat destruction; the extinction of wildlife; and pollution.
Screening for abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) Research studies suggest that a routine ultrasound scan is worthwhile for all men aged 65. This is because most people with an AAA do not have symptoms. Following a routine scan, surgery can be offered to men found to have an aneurysm over 5.5 cm wide.
1 High blood pressure. High blood pressure can increase your risk of abdominal aortic aneurysms as it can damage and weaken the aorta's walls.  Blood vessel diseases in the aorta. Abdominal aortic aneurysms can be caused by diseases that cause blood vessels to become inflamed.