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A degenerative breakdown of collagen, elastin, and smooth muscle caused by aging contributes to weakening of the wall of the artery.
In the aorta, this can result in the formation of a fusiform aneurysm. There is also increased risk of aortic dissection.
Read more about this topic: Familial Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
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