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7. Genetics

Genetic influences have a significant effect on a person’s risk for aneurysms. For example, male siblings of people who have experienced aneurysms are four to six times more likely to have an abdominal aortic aneurysm than a person without a family history of aneurysms. As research continues, experts are continually identifying new genetic variations with links to aneurysms.

What Causes Aneurysms?

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