Aortic Aneurysms

Prevention

The best prevention for aneurysms is to follow a healthful lifestyle including:

• controlling blood pressure
• stopping smoking
• maintaining a healthy diet low in saturated fats
• participating in regular aerobic exercise.

Prevention of a rupture and/or dissection of an aortic aneurysm includes taking beta blockers, avoiding heavy weight lifting, and repairing the aneurysm in addition to the recommendations above.