Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening Abdominal aortic aneurysm is an examination procedure that aims to check for abnormal widening of the aorta. Examination is recommended since the beginning of the abdominal aortic aneurysm occurs, because if it is too late, the size of the aorta can widen and burst. Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a condition of widening of the aorta in the abdomen, abnormally. The aorta is the main artery blood vessel that comes out of the heart, to supply blood throughout the body. The exact cause of abdominal aortic aneurysm is not yet known, but several factors are thought to cause this condition. Among smoking habits, high blood pressure (hypertension), trauma due to accidents, hereditary diseases, and infections and thickening of the arteries (atherosclerosis). Indications for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Examination Symptoms of abdominal aortic aneurysm are quite difficult to know. Even if there is, the initial symptoms shown are not so pronounced. The