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Infected abdominal aortic aneurysm graft complicated by lumbar discitis
Hamzeh B Sumrein1, Sally D Parry2, Ravi V Ayer1
1Department of Radiology, Poole Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Poole, UK.
BJR Case Reports
|October 27, 2018
Summary
Aortic graft infection following abdominal aneurysm repair can lead to serious complications like discitis. This case highlights the challenges in managing graft infections, especially in patients unfit for surgery.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
- Radiology
Background:
- Open abdominal aortic graft surgery for ruptured infrarenal abdominal aneurysms carries risks.
- Graft infection is a serious complication that can occur months after surgery.
Observation:
- A 68-year-old male presented with back pain, weakness, and cachexia 6 months post-aortic graft.
- Imaging revealed aortic graft infection complicated by L4/5 discitis.
Findings:
- Conservative management with antibiotics and brace support was initiated due to the patient's poor surgical candidacy.
- Initial clinical improvement was observed, but not sustained.
Implications:
- This case underscores the critical need for vigilance in diagnosing and managing aortic graft infections.
- Conservative treatment may offer temporary relief but may not be sufficient for sustained recovery in complex cases.
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