While heart disease remains the No. 1 cause of death in both sexes, men have a greater risk of heart attack. Abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease (PAD) or erectile dysfunction (ED) may signal the presence of heart disease.

After learning she had an aortic aneurysm and dissection, a mother-to-be faced big risks. Michigan Medicine doctors worked together to keep mom and baby safe.

A young mother’s life-threatening condition was discovered just in time. Today, she feels blessed to have her life back.

A Michigan Medicine vascular surgeon shares vital information about monitoring and treating aortic aneurysm.

Read about enlarged aorta risks, symptoms and treatments. Also known as aortic aneurysm, it can be deadly if not screened or treated properly.

Surgery for an aneurysm led to the discovery of a second heart condition, prompting the patient to educate his large extended family.

After a multigenerational diagnosis of a congenital heart defect, one close-knit Michigan family is committed to living life to the fullest.

Eight members of a family tested positive for a genetic defect that can lead to deadly aortic disease. Michigan Medicine has helped them stay well for nearly a decade.

How cross-system collaboration yielded a positive outcome for one bicuspid aortic valve patient — and what others can learn from his experience.

Alan suffered an aortic dissection which required aortic surgery for a bicuspid aortic valve replacement. See Alan's aortic dissection story & treatment.