formation and growth.
Myth 5: “All aneurysms rupture.”
Fact: Not all aneurysms rupture, but the risk varies.
Science:
The risk of rupture depends on the size, location, growth rate, and integrity of the arterial wall. For example, larger aneurysms or those located in certain cerebral arteries are more likely to rupture. Doctors may recommend monitoring with imaging tests or preventive treatment (such as surgical clipping or endovascular embolization) based on an individualized risk assessment.
What really happens in an aneurysm?
Essentially, an aneurysm forms when a section of a blood
