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Aortic aneurysm: how does it develop?

An aortic aneurysm is a serious medical condition where the wall of the aorta, the largest blood vessel in the body, becomes weakened and bulges outwards. This can occur in any part of the aorta, which runs from the heart down through the chest and abdomen. The bulging can lead to serious complications if it bursts or ruptures. Renowned consultant cardiologist Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid explains what an aortic aneurysm is, how it develops, and what can be done about it is crucial for anyone at risk.

Aortic aneurysm: how does it develop?

An aortic aneurysm is a serious medical condition where the wall of the aorta, the largest blood vessel in the body, becomes weakened and bulges outwards. This can occur in any part of the aorta, which runs from the heart down through the chest and abdomen. The bulging can lead to serious complications if it bursts or ruptures. Renowned consultant cardiologist Mr Mohamed Abdelhamid explains what an aortic aneurysm is, how it develops, and what can be done about it is crucial for anyone at risk.

Unicompartmental knee replacement: Suitable candidate, benefits, risks and more

The medial unicompartmental knee replacement, or partial knee replacement, is a surgical solution for isolated medial unicompartmental osteoarthritis, and while it has various benefits there is specific criteria patients need to meet before the procedure goes ahead. Here to address this, and other frequently-asked questions about this procedure – particularly how it compares to total knee replacement - is leading consultant trauma and orthopaedic surgeon Mr Ben Spiegelberg.

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