Causes & Risk Factors

What causes TAAA?

TAAA is most often caused by:

• Hardening of arteries (atherosclerosis)
• High blood pressure
• Blood vessel diseases
• Infection of the aorta
• Trauma from injury

Risk factors for developing TAAA include:

• Current or previous smokers
• Genetics or family history of aortic disease
• Age
• Race or ethnic background
• Men ages 65 to 75 should have a one-time screening for AAA