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Condition: Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms

An aneurysm is a bulge or "ballooning" in the wall of an artery. Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood from the heart to other parts of the body. If an aneurysm grows large, it can burst and cause dangerous bleeding or even death.

Most aneurysms are in the aorta, the main artery that runs from the heart through the chest and abdomen.

There are two types of aortic aneurysm:

  • Thoracic aortic aneurysms (TAA) - these occur in the part of the aorta running through the chest
  • Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA) - these occur in the part of the aorta running through the abdomen

Most aneurysms are found during tests done for other reasons. Some people are at high risk for aneurysms. It is important for them to get screening, because aneurysms can develop and become large before causing any symptoms. Screening is recommended for people between the ages of 65 and 75 if they have a family history, or if they are men who have smoked. Doctors use imaging tests to find aneurysms. Medicines and surgery are the two main treatments.

NIH: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

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Treatments and Procedures Related to Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms

UAMS providers perform and prescribe a broad range of treatments and procedures, some of which may not be listed below.

  • Aneurysm Repairs

Providers Treating Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms

Note that every provider listed below may not perform or prescribe all treatments or procedures related to Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms. Review each provider for availability.

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Kristofer T. Freeland, M.D. Cardiovascular Surgeon

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Amanda M. Hawks, DNP, CNP

Amanda M. Hawks, DNP, CNP Nurse Practitioner

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Mohammed M. Moursi, M.D.

Mohammed M. Moursi, M.D. Vascular Surgeon

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Michael T. Nolen, M.D.

Michael T. Nolen, M.D. Cardiovascular Surgeon

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Lauren M. Story-Hefta, M.D.

Lauren M. Story-Hefta, M.D. Vascular Surgeon

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Locations Where Providers Treat Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms

Note that the treatment of Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms may not be performed at every location listed below. The list may include locations where the treatment plan is developed during and after a patient visit.

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Exterior of Outpatient Center

Aortic Center (Part of Surgery Clinic)

4110 Outpatient Circle
Outpatient Center
Little Rock, AR 72205

Appointment Phone Number
501-686-6176
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Areas of Expertise for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms

Circulatory system

Vascular Care

The highly trained vascular surgeons of UAMS Health offers unmatched expertise in comprehensive vascular care solutions.

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Request an appointment by contacting a clinic directly or by calling the UAMS Health appointment line at (501) 686-8000.

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