New Delhi: Veteran actor Rajinikanth was hospitalised on Monday at Apollo Hospital, Chennai, and was admitted after complaining of severe stomach pain. Following this, the 73-year-old also underwent an elective procedure and as per PTI, the actor is now stable. A few years ago, the actor was admitted to a private hospital in Hyderabad after complaining of exhaustion and severe hypertension. The actor has also undergone a kidney transplant. A recent update on his health revealed that he had a stent placed in the lower abdominal area and will be discharged from the hospital within 2-3 days. Rajinikanth is suspected to be suffering from a condition known as abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) for which he got a stent placed in the lower abdominal area.
What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm?
In an interaction with News9Live, Dr. Shrey Kumar Srivastav, Senior Consultant at Sharda Hospital, explained what the condition is, its causes, and symptoms as well.
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a medical emergency condition in which a bulge or enlargement in the lower part of the aorta occurs which is the major blood vessel that supplies blood to the body. This section of the aorta runs through the abdomen. When the wall of the aorta weakens, it can lead to a ballooning effect, resulting in an aneurysm.
What are the causes of abdominal aortic aneurysm?
The common causes of abdominal aortic aneurysm are:
Atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries)
High blood pressure
Smoking
Genetic factors
Age over 65)
Male gender
What are the symptoms of abdominal aortic aneurysm?
Common symptoms of abdominal aortic aneurysm that patients should look for are:
Deep, constant abdominal pain
Lower back pain, possibly radiating to legs or buttocks
Pulsating sensation near the navel
Sudden, severe abdominal or back pain (if rupture occurs)
If an aneurysm grows large and ruptures, it can cause life-threatening internal bleeding. It can be prevented by:
Quit smoking
Manage blood pressure
Maintain a healthy diet
Exercise regularly
Monitor cholesterol levels
Control blood sugar
Undergo regular screening (for at-risk populations)
For treatment, smaller aneurysms may be monitored, while larger or symptomatic ones may require surgical repair, either through open surgery or a less invasive endovascular procedure.
Veteran actor Rajinikanth was hospitalised on Monday at Apollo Hospital, Chennai, and was admitted after complaining of severe stomach pain. Following this, the 73-year-old also underwent an elective procedure and as per PTI, the actor is now stable. Health News Health News: Latest News from Health Care, Mental Health, Weight Loss, Disease, Nutrition, Healthcare
