===Choice of modality===
*'''[[CT of abdominal aneurysm]]''' is indicated in case of suspected rupture or imminent rupture, such as by pain and a palpable abdominal mass. {{#ifeq: {{PAGENAME}} |CT of abdominal aortic aneurysm||For the abdominal aorta specifically, see '''[[CT of abdominal aortic aneurysm]]'''.}}
*'''[[Ultrasonography of abdominal aneurysm]]''' is generally the initial modality of choice in a non-emergent setting.