Aorrta -

A weakened or bulging area on the aorta wall that can occur anywhere along its length.

The first section, attaching directly to the heart's left ventricle and containing the aortic valve , which prevents blood from leaking back into the heart. Aorrta

Travels down behind the heart through the chest ( thoracic aorta ) and abdomen ( abdominal aorta ) before splitting into the iliac arteries to supply the legs. Functions A weakened or bulging area on the aorta

The aorta is roughly 1 foot long and about an inch in diameter at its widest point, with a three-layered wall structure designed for both strength and elasticity. Functions The aorta is roughly 1 foot long

The accumulation of plaque in the artery walls, which narrows the lumen and weakens the aorta.

A life-threatening emergency where the inner layer of the aortic wall tears, allowing blood to flow between the layers, causing them to separate.

High blood pressure (hypertension), smoking, high cholesterol, and genetic connective tissue disorders (like Marfan syndrome) increase the risk of aortic failure. When to Seek Help