• Introduction
• What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)?
• Is this a serious condition?
• What are some of the symptoms of an AAA?
• What causes an AAA?
• Treatments of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
• How do doctors treat an AAA?
• What is an open surgical repair?
• What is an endovascular repair?
• About the Zenith Flex AAA Endovascular Graft
• What is the Zenith Flex AAA Endovascular Graft?
• What results have been seen with the Zenith AAA Endovascular Graft?
• How is the graft implanted?
• After the Endovascular Procedure
• Why is follow-up important?
• What follow-up should I expect?
• What if I need magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)?
• What should I do with my Patient I.D. Card?
• Where can I find more information?
• Glossary
• Return Home

About this Patient Guide

This patient guide has been provided as a courtesy from Cook Medical Incorporated. This patient guide will help you learn more about an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). We hope this information will be helpful to you and your family.

For your convenience, a glossary of medical terms is included. Words that are underlined throughout the text are defined in the glossary.

This patient guide is only a guideline. It provides basic information about abdominal aortic aneurysms and their treatment with the Cook Zenith Flex® AAA Endovascular Graft with the H&L-B One-Shot™ Introduction System. It is not intended to diagnose a medical condition. The treatment of abdominal aortic aneurysms may vary according to an individual’s unique needs and doctor assessments. As with any surgery or medical procedure, the best source for information and advice is your doctor.