First Robinsoniella peoriensis aortic cross homograft mycotic pseudoaneurysm: A case report and review of the literature.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.anaerobe.2016.12.014
Abstract: Mycotic aortic aneurysm is a rare and challenging complication of aortic homografts caused by an infection and is associated with high morbidity and mortality. We report the first case of an aortic cross homograft mycotic… read more here.
Keywords: mycotic pseudoaneurysm; pseudoaneurysm; aortic cross; robinsoniella peoriensis ... See more keywords
Mycotic Pseudoaneurysm of the Ascending Aorta after Heart Transplantation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2021.01.1994
Abstract: Introduction Mycotic pseudoaneurysm of the ascending aorta is a potentially fatal complication after heart transplantation (HTx). Pseudomonas (P.) aeruginosa as a pathogen is mainly seen in immunosuppressed patients. Possible symptoms are malaise, chest or thoracic… read more here.
Keywords: heart; mycotic pseudoaneurysm; pseudoaneurysm ascending; pseudoaneurysm ... See more keywords
Giant mycotic pseudoaneurysm of the aorta protruding over the sternal notch in a child.
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DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivw248
Abstract: Aortic mycotic pseudoaneurysms are rare pathologies in children, which are mostly caused by an infection or trauma. Surgical and perioperative antibiotic therapies are mandatory in the treatment. Surgical timing and operational strategy are also critical… read more here.
Keywords: pseudoaneurysm aorta; mycotic pseudoaneurysm; aorta protruding; giant mycotic ... See more keywords
Multimodality imaging of a thoracic aortic mycotic pseudoaneurysm
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DOI: 10.1177/1358863x19833457
Abstract: A 79-year-old man presented with chest pain radiating to the back. Acute aortic syndrome was suspected and a thoracic computed tomography angiography (CTA) was performed, demonstrating penetrating aortic ulcer (PAU) in the descending thoracic aorta… read more here.
Keywords: multimodality imaging; mycotic pseudoaneurysm; thoracic aortic; pseudoaneurysm ... See more keywords
Pericardial effusion with a ruptured mycotic pseudoaneurysm secondary to Salmonella infection
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DOI: 10.1590/0037-8682-0053-2022
Abstract: On physical examination, the patient was afebrile. Result of the cardiovascular examination was unremarkable. Consolidation or effusion was not observed on chest radiography. Electrocardiography showed diffuse ST elevation; hence, fibrinolytic therapy was administered (Figure 1).… read more here.
Keywords: effusion ruptured; pericardial effusion; ruptured mycotic; salmonella ... See more keywords
Mycotic (Infected) Pseudoaneurysm, a Diagnostic Challenge – Case Series
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DOI: 10.25259/jcis_134_2020
Abstract: Mycotic pseudoaneurysm (or infected pseudoaneurysm) is an infectious arteritis, leading to the destruction of the arterial wall with the formation of a blind, saccular outpouching contiguous with the arterial lumen. Delayed management or non-management of… read more here.
Keywords: diagnostic challenge; management; mycotic pseudoaneurysm; pseudoaneurysm ... See more keywords