Aortic aneurysm, familial abdominal 2: A rare familial disorder where the abdominal aorta has a weak, bulging portion. The condition is asymptomatic but can result in death if it bursts. Type 2 is caused by a genetic defect on chromosome 4q31. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Aortic aneurysm, familial abdominal 2 is available below.
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