Suprarenal Aneurysm Treatment in India

Michael Patel, a 58-year-old software engineer...

Michael Patel, a 58-year-old software engineer and father of two, had always been active and health-conscious. During a routine physical for a new life insurance policy, his primary care doctor noted slightly elevated blood pressure. A subsequent abdominal ultrasound, ordered out of an abundance of caution, revealed a 2.8 cm incidental finding: a suprarenal aortic aneurysm, located just above his left kidney artery. Michael was asymptomatic but understandably anxious, having lost an uncle to a ruptured abdominal aortic aneurysm. His nephrologist, Dr. Chen, explained that while the aneurysm was below the immediate surgical threshold, its suprarenal location and Michael's relatively young age warranted close monitoring with annual CT angiograms. For three years, Michael lived with the 'ticking time bomb' anxiety, modifying his exercise routine and avoiding heavy lifting. At his most recent scan, the aneurysm had grown to 5.1 cm. Dr. Chen recommended an endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) with a fenestrated stent graft to preserve blood flow to his kidney. The minimally invasive procedure went smoothly. Michael spent two nights in the hospital and was home within a week, sore but relieved. Recovery involved gradual activity increase and lifelong follow-up scans. Emotionally, he transitioned from years of low-grade dread and hyper-vigilance about every abdominal twinge to a profound sense of relief and regained control over his life. He now advocates for proactive vascular screening.