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2.  Duplex ultrasound in an experined laboratory, gives an accurate assessment of the size

        of the aneurysm (maxiumum diameter) and the presence and nature of endoleaks.  This
        patient has a large type II lumbar artery endoleak.






                                                                                                                                 3.  If necessary, supplemented with a contrast CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with
                                                                                                                                 arterial and delayed images.  The endoleak (contrast appearing inside the aneurysm sac)
                                                                                                                                 is well shown in this patient (Arrow).





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