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Prevention
By Mayo Clinic staffThere are no medications you can take to prevent an aortic aneurysm. Researchers think that statin medications and some antibiotics can slow the growth of small aortic aneurysms. There's also some evidence that the angiotensin receptor blocker losartan (Cozaar) may prevent aneurysm formation.
For now the best approach to prevent an aortic aneurysm is to keep your blood vessels as healthy as possible. That means taking these steps:
- Keep your blood pressure under control.
- Don't smoke.
- Get regular exercise.
- Reduce cholesterol and fat in your diet.
It's especially important to quit using tobacco because smoking or chewing tobacco can increase the chances your aneurysm will grow.
If you have some risk factors for aortic aneurysm, talk to your doctor. If you are at risk, your doctor may recommend additional measures, including medications to lower your blood pressure and relieve stress on weakened arteries. You may also want to consider screening ultrasounds every few years.
