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At what age does aneurysm occur? A breakdown of age-related risk

While aneurysms can happen at any time, a significant number of cases, particularly with brain and aortic aneurysms, are diagnosed in adults between the ages of 30 and 60. Understanding at what age does aneurysm occur involves recognizing that risk factors often accumulate throughout life, leading to a higher incidence in middle-aged and older adults. However, pediatric aneurysms also exist, though they are less common and typically linked to different underlying causes.

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Are aneurysms common in the elderly? Understanding the risks

According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, while aneurysms can happen at any age, they are most common in adults between 30 and 60. However, the prevalence of unruptured aneurysms is noted to be higher in the elderly due to the natural deterioration of blood vessels.

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