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Intervertebral disk space infection following translumbar aortography
1Service de Chirurgie Générale et Vasculaire, Centre Hospitlier Régional de Nancy, France.
Annals of Vascular Surgery
|November 1, 1986
Summary
Translumbar aortograms can lead to rare intervertebral disk space infections caused by digestive tract organisms. Early diagnosis via CT-guided retrieval and treatment with antibiotics and immobilization are crucial.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Spinal Surgery
Background:
- Translumbar aortography is an invasive diagnostic procedure.
- Potential complications include infection, though rare.
Observation:
- Three cases of intervertebral disk space infection occurred after 1,748 translumbar aortograms.
- The incidence rate was 0.15% over a five-year period.
Findings:
- Cultures indicated inoculation by digestive tract organisms via the aortography needle.
- Computed tomography (CT) guidance allows for early diagnosis through organism retrieval.
- Treatment involves prolonged immobilization and a minimum of three months of antibiotic therapy.
Implications:
- Highlights a rare but serious complication of translumbar aortography.
- Emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate management for intervertebral disk infections.
- Suggests potential for improved procedural safety protocols.