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This content has been prepared for informational purposes to protect public health, in compliance with the regulations of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Turkey and medical ethical rules. It does not provide any diagnosis, treatment guarantees, or specific medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for the most accurate information. Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) is the abnormal enlargement of the aorta, the body’s main artery, in the abdominal region. Often progressing silently and known as the “silent killer,” this condition poses a life-threatening risk if it ruptures. Interventional Cardiologist Assoc. Prof. Dr. Habib Çil explains what you need to know about early diagnosis, monitoring of AAA, and the non-surgical treatment method, EVAR. What is Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm? # Abdominal aortic aneurysm is the enlargement of the abdominal portion of the aorta (abdominal aorta), the main vessel carrying clean blood from the heart to the entire body, to more than 1.5 times its normal diameter. The normal abdominal aortic diameter is approximately 2 cm; a diameter of 3 cm or more is considered an aneurysm.