Aneurysm
Aneurysm is a local abnormal dilation of a vessel due to weakening of loss of elasticity of the vessel wall.
Seen proximal to a stenotic lesion. If the wall partially ruptues blood can track within the wall producing a dissecting aneurysm. Verminous anurysm occurs in horses with Strongylus vulgaris infestation.
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