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.
Signs and symptoms of thoracic aortic aneurysm can include. Sharp, sudden pain in the chest or upper back. Shortness of breath. Trouble breathing or swallowing. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms. An abdominal aortic aneurysm occurs below the chest. Abdominal aortic aneurysms happen more often than thoracic aortic aneurysms. Abdominal aortic aneurysms are more common in men and among people aged 65 years and older. Abdominal aortic aneurysms are less common among blacks compared with whites. 6