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FDG PET/CT in abdominal aortic graft infection: A case report and literature review

Alex Kim1, Victoria Koshevarova1, Anna Shure1

  • 1Department of Radiology, University of Texas Medical Branch, 301 University Blvd, Galveston, TX 77555, USA.

Radiology Case Reports
|November 3, 2022
PubMed

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Positron emission tomography/computed tomography (FDG PET/CT) aids in diagnosing rare aortic graft infections. This imaging technique helps identify infections, a serious complication of aortic grafts.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Surgery
  • Nuclear Medicine
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Aortic graft infection is a rare but severe complication following aortic reconstructive surgery.
  • Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management and improved patient outcomes.

Observation:

  • A 47-year-old male patient with multiple grafts presented for evaluation of suspected graft infection.
  • Initial computed tomography (CT) revealed soft tissue enhancement and fluid collection around the aortic graft.

Findings:

  • FDG PET/CT demonstrated increased radiotracer uptake in the region of the aortic graft, consistent with infection.
  • The findings suggest FDG PET/CT is a valuable tool for detecting aortic graft infections.

Implications:

  • FDG PET/CT can serve as a synergistic diagnostic modality for aortic graft infections.
  • This imaging approach may improve the diagnostic accuracy and timely intervention for this critical condition.
Keywords:
Aortic graftFDG PET/CTInfection

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