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Aortic Aneurysm Screening in Forest Hills, Queens

Aortic aneurysm screening, surveillance, and vascular specialist guidance in Forest Hills, Queens

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Amir Salem, MD · April 28, 2026

About Aortic Aneurysm Evaluation

An aortic aneurysm is an abnormal enlargement of the body's main artery, most often discussed as an abdominal aortic aneurysm or thoracic aortic aneurysm depending on location. Many aneurysms grow quietly without symptoms, which is why screening and surveillance matter for patients with risk factors such as age, smoking history, high blood pressure, family history, peripheral artery disease, carotid artery disease, or known vascular disease. At M&S Vascular and Orthopedic Group in Forest Hills, Queens, patients can be evaluated by a vascular-focused team that reviews symptoms, risk factors, prior imaging, and whether ultrasound, CT angiography, monitoring, or referral for advanced repair planning is appropriate. Dr. Amir Salem and the M&S team help Queens and Long Island patients understand aneurysm risk in plain language while coordinating whole-body vascular care, including PAD treatment, carotid disease monitoring, vein disease evaluation, and wound-healing concerns when present. For patients searching for aortic aneurysm screening in Queens, an aneurysm specialist near Forest Hills, or vascular aneurysm evaluation close to Rego Park, Kew Gardens, Jamaica, Flushing, and Great Neck, the visit focuses on identifying risk, clarifying the next imaging step, and explaining when urgent care or vascular repair discussion may be needed.

Aortic Aneurysm Evaluation — what to expect

What to Expect

Your Visit, Step by Step

Your aortic aneurysm evaluation may include a review of vascular risk factors, family history, smoking history, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes status, medications, prior ultrasound or CT results, and any abdominal, back, chest, groin, or leg symptoms. Dr. Salem or the vascular care team may review whether an abdominal ultrasound, CT angiography, repeat surveillance imaging, or outside imaging comparison is the right next step. Depending on the size, location, and growth pattern of an aneurysm, your clinician may recommend risk-factor management, medication coordination, scheduled monitoring, or referral for advanced vascular repair evaluation. Emergency symptoms such as sudden severe chest, back, or abdominal pain, fainting, weakness, or signs of shock require 911 care.

Who Is This For?

Adults with an already diagnosed aortic aneurysm or prior imaging showing aortic enlargement who need surveillance planning, and patients seeking an individualized discussion of abdominal aortic aneurysm screening in Forest Hills, Queens. Screening eligibility depends on age, smoking and family history, and other individual factors; a vascular risk factor does not automatically mean annual imaging is needed. New severe chest, back, or abdominal pain requires emergency assessment, not a screening appointment.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are symptoms of an aortic aneurysm?
Many aneurysms cause no symptoms. Sudden severe chest, back, or abdominal pain, fainting, weakness, or signs of shock can be an emergency and should be treated by calling 911.
How is an aortic aneurysm found?
Aneurysms may be found on ultrasound, CT scan, MRI, or imaging done for another reason. Some higher-risk patients may be candidates for screening ultrasound.
Does every aneurysm need surgery?
No. Smaller aneurysms may be monitored with repeat imaging and risk-factor control. Larger, fast-growing, or symptomatic aneurysms may require advanced vascular repair discussion.
Who is at higher risk?
Risk is higher with age, smoking history, high blood pressure, family history, male sex, PAD, carotid disease, and other vascular disease. Your clinician can help decide whether screening or surveillance is appropriate.
How is screening different from monitoring a known aneurysm?
Screening looks for an aneurysm before one has been diagnosed. Surveillance means repeat imaging after aortic enlargement is already known. These are different care plans: a person with a prior abnormal scan should bring that report rather than assume a routine screening appointment is enough. Ultrasound is often used to assess the abdominal aorta, while the best test for another aortic segment may differ. Your clinician determines the imaging area and timing from the actual findings.
Who should discuss abdominal aortic aneurysm screening?
The USPSTF recommends one-time abdominal ultrasound screening for men ages 65 to 75 who have ever smoked, and selectively offering it to men in that age range who have never smoked. It recommends against routine screening for women who have never smoked and have no family history of abdominal aortic aneurysm. For women ages 65 to 75 who have ever smoked or have a family history, evidence is insufficient to determine the balance of benefits and harms; discuss individual circumstances with your clinician. Screening is not an automatic annual test for everyone with a vascular risk factor. If a close relative has had an aneurysm or aortic dissection, tell your clinician, including the relative's age and the part of the aorta involved if known. Family history may change the evaluation needed.
What should I bring to an aneurysm evaluation in Forest Hills?
Bring prior ultrasound, CT, or MRI reports and, when possible, the actual imaging files. Include the dates and facilities so the team can request missing studies. A medication list, recent blood-pressure readings, kidney-function results if available, and details of contrast reactions are useful. Record any family history of aneurysm or dissection. Patients coming from Rego Park or Kew Gardens can ask the office how to transfer records before the visit; do not delay emergency care to collect paperwork.
How often will I need follow-up imaging?
There is no single safe interval for every aneurysm. The plan depends on the aortic segment, measured size, previous growth, symptoms, and individual risk. Comparing actual scans can help distinguish true growth from differences in measurement technique. Before leaving, ask when the next scan is due, who will order it, and who will explain the result. If you miss a surveillance appointment, contact the treating team to arrange follow-up rather than waiting for symptoms.
What determines whether an aneurysm needs repair?
The decision is not based on a diameter alone. Symptoms, rate of enlargement, location, anatomy, overall health, and procedure risks all matter. When repair evaluation is appropriate, a specialist may discuss open surgery or an endovascular approach, including the benefits, limitations, and ongoing follow-up each requires. Not everyone is a candidate for a minimally invasive repair. An office evaluation can clarify referral and planning needs; it does not mean a repair will be performed at that visit.
Can I exercise while an aneurysm is being monitored?
Ask your treating clinician for activity advice based on your aneurysm and blood pressure. Moderate activity may be appropriate for some patients, while heavy lifting or straining may need restriction. Do not use a general web article to set a weight limit or change prescribed medication. Tobacco cessation support and blood-pressure management are important parts of vascular care, but they do not replace scheduled imaging. Sudden severe chest, back, or abdominal pain, especially with fainting, requires 911 rather than an office call.
Where can I get aortic aneurysm screening in Queens?
M&S Vascular and Orthopedic Group evaluates aneurysm risk in Forest Hills, Queens for patients from Rego Park, Kew Gardens, Jamaica, Flushing, Great Neck, and nearby communities. The team can review prior imaging, risk factors, and whether ultrasound or CT angiography should be considered.

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