Highlights the key computed tomography imaging features of impending abdominal aortic aneurysm rupture to aid in timely diagnosis.
May enhance clinician recognition of CT signs of impending AAA rupture; leaves open prospective validation of diagnostic impact.
Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) may present with subtle clinical findings. Recognition of the imaging features of an impending rupture is key for timely diagnosis. This report reviews the classic computed tomography findings of impending AAA rupture and presents a recent case which illustrates the key features.
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