The effect of treatment on the risk for pancreatitis and cardiovascular morbidity/mortality in patients with severe hypertriglyceridemia has not been determined. Oral dosage (Epanova) Adults. 2 or 4 g (2 or 4 capsules) PO once daily. Individualize dosage according to response and tolerability.
Splenic artery aneurysm causes. A splenic artery aneurysm can be the result of atherosclerosis, mycotic infection, blunt trauma, Behcetâs disease, polyarteritis nodosa, chronic pancreatitis, portal hypertension, (repeated) pregnancy and liver transplant recipients.
1 Aneurysms may be characterized by a severe, pulsing pain in the chest (thoracic aneurysm) or lower back (abdominal aneurysm). 2  Many aneurysms are caused by atherosclerosis, a buildup of fatty plaque in the artery. 3  People with certain connective tissue disorders may also be at risk. Many aneurysms are caused by atherosclerosis, a buildup of fatty plaque in the artery. 2  People with certain connective tissue disorders may also be at risk. 3  Treatment is based on an aneurysmâs size and rate of growth. 4  Surgery is often needed to repair the aneurysm and avert a potential rupture.