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Which type of aneurysm is most commonly associated with the abdominal aorta and cerebral arteries?
Which type of aneurysm is most commonly associated with the abdominal aorta and cerebral arteries?
- Atherosclerotic aneurysm (correct)
- Mycotic aneurysm
- Congenital aneurysm
- Syphilitic aneurysm
Which type of aneurysm is associated with subacute infective endocarditis and polyarteritis nodosa?
Which type of aneurysm is associated with subacute infective endocarditis and polyarteritis nodosa?
- Dissecting aneurysm
- Syphilitic aneurysm
- Mycotic aneurysm (correct)
- Congenital aneurysm
Where do congenital 'berry aneurysms' typically occur?
Where do congenital 'berry aneurysms' typically occur?
- In the thoracic aorta
- At the bifurcation of cerebral arteries in the circle of Willis (correct)
- In the small arteries
- In the abdominal aorta
What is the main cause of weakening of the media leading to aneurysms?
What is the main cause of weakening of the media leading to aneurysms?
In which type of aneurysm does the rupture lead to cerebral or subarachnoid hemorrhage?
In which type of aneurysm does the rupture lead to cerebral or subarachnoid hemorrhage?
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Atherosclerotic aneurysm
Atherosclerotic aneurysm
Aneurysm commonly linked to the abdominal aorta and cerebral arteries.
Mycotic aneurysm
Mycotic aneurysm
Aneurysm associated with subacute infective endocarditis and polyarteritis nodosa.
Congenital 'berry aneurysms'
Congenital 'berry aneurysms'
Aneurysms that typically occur at the bifurcation of cerebral arteries in the circle of Willis.
Atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis
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Congenital aneurysm rupture
Congenital aneurysm rupture
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