Introduction. Abdominal aortic aneurysm and its rupture have been often
studied over the years, and numerous risk factors for aneurysm rupture have
been considered, including atmospheric pressure. The effect of atmospheric
pressure has not yet been sufficiently investigated, although studies have
been conducted on its possible impact on aneurysms. The aim of this study
was to determine the presence of comorbidity as well as the impact of
atmospheric pressure on the incidence of abdominal aortic aneurysm ruptures.
Material and Methods. All patients who underwent abdominal aortic aneurysm
rupture at the Clinic of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery of the Clinical
Center of Vojvodina in the period from January 1, 2014 to December 1, 2018
were included in this study. The retrospective study was conducted using
patient medical records, computer data, additional clinical records, and
discharge reports. Data on atmospheric pressure in the territory of
Vojvodina were collected from the Republic Hydrometeorological Institute of
Serbia. Results. The number of cases with abdominal aortic aneurysm rupture
was found to be higher at higher atmospheric pressure than expected at that
altitude, in as much as 95% of cases, most often in the fall. Conclusion. We
concluded that there is a significant correlation between high atmospheric
pressure and the incidence of abdominal aortic aneurysm rupture, but the
exact mechanism of this impact remains to be studied in some further
studies.
Correspondence to: ‘Atmospheric pressure and infra-renal abdominal aortic aneurysm rupture: A single observational study and a comprehensive review of literature’