The aorta is the largest blood vessel (artery) in the body.  It carries oxygenated blood from the heart to your arms, head, abdomen, pelvis and legs.  It is shaped like a candy cane and is as thick as a garden hose and runs from the heart, down through the chest and abdomen.  The wall of … Continue reading 10 facts about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA)