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Age
65-75 (men; current or former smokers)

Organization/Year
USPSTF/ 2005

Recommended Frequency
One time

Comments/Grade
USPSTF recommends one-time screening for AAA by abdominal ultrasound in men aged 65-75 years who have ever smoked. (B)

USPSTF makes no recommendation for or against screening for AAA in men aged 65-75 years who have never smoked. (C)

USPSTF recommends against routine screening for AAA in women, regardless of age. (D)