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Towards this direction, Finite Element Models (FEMs) have emerged as a pivotal tool in medical research, particularly in simulating and understanding the complex fluid and structural behaviors of the circulatory system. Furthermore, this tool can be used for the calculation of certain risks regarding the function of the blood vessels. Methods: The current study developed a computational tool utilizing the finite element method in order to numerically evaluate stresses in aortas with abdominal aneurysms and provide the necessary data for the creation of a patient-specific digital twin of an aorta. More specifically, 12 different cases of aortas with abdominal aneurysms were examined and evaluated. Results: The first step was the 3D reconstruction of the aortas trans-forming the DICOM file into 3D surface models. Then, a finite element material model was developed simulating accurately the mechanical behavior of aortic walls. 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