What is splenic artery aneurysm?
Splenic artery aneurysm (SAA) is an abnormal balloon-like or sac-like dilation and weakening of the artery leading to the spleen. The spleen is responsible for filtering blood and removing the old red blood cells. SAAs more commonly occur in females especially during pregnancy.
How do members experience splenic artery aneurysm?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with splenic artery aneurysm*
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Pain
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for splenic artery aneurysm*
Who has splenic artery aneurysm on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 3 | |
| 40s | 18 | |
| 50s | 26 | |
| 60s | 26 | |
| 70+ | 10 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 7 | |
| Female | 74 |