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 If your aneurysm is smaller than about 2 inches (5 centimeters) in diameter, your doctor may not think your aneurysm is serious enough to require surgery now. 2  If this is the case, your doctor may monitor your condition using ultrasound exams or other imaging tests, usually every six to 12 months. 3  Open aneurysm repair.