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Stanford type A aortic dissection secondary to infectious aortitis: a case report
Bong Soo Park1, Ho-Ki Min, Do Kyun Kang
1Department of Internal Medicine, Haeundae Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Busan, Korea.
Journal of Korean Medical Science
|March 15, 2013
Summary
Infectious aortitis, though rare, is life-threatening. This case highlights acupuncture as a potential cause, leading to aortic dissection and requiring surgical intervention and antibiotics.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Infectious aortitis is a rare but serious condition.
- Antibiotic advancements have decreased its incidence, yet it remains a critical threat.
Observation:
- A patient developed infectious aortitis and Stanford type A aortic dissection following acupuncture.
- Imaging revealed pericardial effusion, indicating an impending rupture risk.
Findings:
- Emergent surgery involved resection of the infected aorta and surrounding tissues.
- The ascending aorta and hemi-arch were replaced with a prosthetic graft.
- Staphylococcus aureus was identified as the causative agent, necessitating prolonged antibiotic therapy.
Implications:
- This case underscores the potential for iatrogenic complications from invasive procedures like acupuncture.
- It highlights the importance of considering unusual etiologies in infectious aortitis.
- Successful surgical and antibiotic management demonstrates effective treatment strategies for this rare condition.
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