Prevention of aneurysms:

Many aneurysms are the result of arteriosclerosis. Arteriosclerosis is a vascular disease that is caused by the build up of plaques, such as cholesterol, platelets and fibrin, on the artery walls. You can prevent an aneurysm from expanding and rupturing by taking the following steps to prevent arteriosclerosis:

• Stopping smoking,

• Controlling high blood pressure,

• Lowering high blood cholesterol, and

• Eating a healthy, balanced diet with plenty of fruit and vegetables.

Your physician may prescribe medications to lower your blood pressure and slow the growth of your aneurysm. Your physician may also monitor the size of your aneurysm using an ultrasound or CAT scan every 6-12 months.