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.
Patient must be referred through IPPE and not have had a screen-ing for abdominal aortic aneurysm before under Medicare. Limited to patients who meet one of the following criteria: â¢ Men who are 65-75 years old and have smoked more than 100 cigarettes in their lifetime â¢ Anyone with a family history of abdominal aortic aneurysm