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The NHS Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening Programme is delivered by local programmes throughout England. The South Devon and Exeter AAA Programme is managed from an office at Torbay Hospital, but covers the whole of the Devon. Screening clinics are held throughout the area at local GPs and community hospitals.
For more information please follow link: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/abdominal-aortic-aneurysm-screening/
What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?
The condition is most common in men aged 65 and above. It is estimated that around 1 in 25 men aged between 65 and 74 in England have an abdominal aortic aneurysm.
Large aneurysms are rare but can be very serious. As the wall of the aorta stretches it becomes weaker and can rupture. If this happens, the person usually dies.
People who have an aneurysm do not generally notice any symptoms.
We offer screening so we can find aneurysms early and monitor or treat them. This greatly reduces the chances of the aneurysm causing serious problems.
Men in the South Devon area are invited for screening during the year that they turn 65. Men over 65 years can be screened on request and the service is free. To request an appointment please telephone 01803 655 441, making sure you have your current NHS number and GP details handy.
The screening process involves a simple, pain-free ultrasound scan of the abdomen. The test is very quick and usually lasts less than 10 minutes.
Men are told their result straight away and their GP is also informed.
Factors that can increase the risk of developing AAA are:
Individuals are normally excluded from the programme if they:
Or if their GP has advised that they would be inappropriate to offer screening because of terminal illness or very severe physical or mental health problems.
Information taken from: https://www.torbayandsouthdevon.nhs.uk/services/aaa-screening/