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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Cardiovascular Medicine
  • Vascular Surgery

Background:

  • Salmonella Typhimurium typically causes gastroenteritis.
  • In some cases, Salmonella can infect damaged blood vessels, a condition known as Salmonella aortitis.
  • Mycotic aneurysms, particularly in the abdominal aorta, are rare but life-threatening complications of Salmonella infection.

Observation:

  • A 61-year-old male with diabetes and hypertension presented with recurrent Salmonella Typhimurium infection.
  • The patient developed a pseudoaneurysm of the abdominal aorta following initial Salmonella gastroenteritis.
  • Blood cultures confirmed Salmonella Typhimurium bacteremia, indicating a systemic infection with vascular focalization.

Findings:

  • The case highlights Salmonella Typhimurium's potential to cause mycotic aneurysms in the abdominal aorta.
  • Predisposing factors such as atherosclerosis and advanced age increase the risk of such vascular complications.
  • Successful treatment involved surgical resection of the pseudoaneurysm, vascular grafting, and comprehensive antibiotic therapy.

Implications:

  • Bacteremia from Salmonella Typhimurium warrants suspicion for deep-seated infections, especially in the vasculature.
  • Early recognition and aggressive management, combining surgical intervention with prolonged antibiotics, are essential for treating Salmonella-induced mycotic aneurysms.
  • This case underscores the importance of considering vascular complications in patients with Salmonella bacteremia and risk factors like atherosclerosis.