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Multiple mycotic aortic aneurysms due to Streptococcus pneumoniae.

Marianne Coutu1, Jean-François Blair

  • 1Department of Vascular Surgery, CHUM-Hotel-Dieu, University of Montreal, Canada. macoutu@sympatico.ca

Annals of Vascular Surgery
|January 24, 2004
PubMed
Summary

Multiple Streptococcus pneumoniae aortic mycotic aneurysms were successfully treated in a single surgery. This rare condition requires prompt medical and surgical intervention due to potential life-threatening complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Vascular Surgery

Background:

  • Primary pneumococcal aortic mycotic aneurysms are exceptionally rare vascular conditions.
  • Atherosclerosis, inflammation, or trauma can predispose the aorta to infection.
  • Mycotic aneurysms pose a significant risk of lethal complications if not urgently addressed.

Observation:

  • A 52-year-old male presented with multiple, simultaneous aortic mycotic aneurysms.
  • The patient was diagnosed with Streptococcus pneumoniae infection causing the aneurysms.

Findings:

  • Successful simultaneous surgical treatment of multiple aortic mycotic aneurysms was achieved in a one-stage procedure.
  • Intravenous antibiotherapy was administered in conjunction with surgical intervention.

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Implications:

  • This case demonstrates the feasibility of a one-stage surgical approach for multiple simultaneous mycotic aneurysms.
  • Prompt diagnosis and combined medical-surgical management are crucial for favorable outcomes in mycotic aneurysm cases.
  • Further research into optimal treatment strategies for complex mycotic aneurysms is warranted.