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[Intravascular infection caused by Salmonella enteritidis]
J de la Fuente Aguado1, M C Freire Dapena, J A Moreno Sanjuan
1Departamento de Medicna Interna-Unidad de Enfermedades Infecciosas, Hospital Xeral de Vigo, Pontevedra.
Anales De Medicina Interna (Madrid, Spain : 1984)
|May 26, 1999
Summary
Salmonellosis aortitis is a rare complication of Salmonella enteritidis infection. This case highlights successful treatment with bypass surgery and antibiotics.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Vascular Surgery
Background:
- Salmonellosis, a common foodborne illness, can lead to rare but severe complications.
- Aortitis, inflammation of the aorta, poses significant risks if untreated.
Observation:
- A 70-year-old male presented with symptoms following gastroenteritis.
- The patient was diagnosed with salmonellosis aortitis, a serious aortic infection.
Findings:
- The patient underwent successful extraanatomic bypass surgery to manage the aortitis.
- Prolonged antibiotic therapy was administered to eradicate the Salmonella enteritidis infection.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering infectious causes for aortitis.
- Effective management involves a multidisciplinary approach combining surgical intervention and extended antibiotic treatment.
- Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial for favorable outcomes in salmonellosis aortitis.