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Abstract:
A recent example of Salmonella mycotic abdominal aortic aneurysm is presented together with a review of the 24 other cases in the literature. Emphasis is placed on common modes of presentation, diagnosis, and surgical management. A review of current theories of etiology is presented along with a new, more descriptive classification of mycotic aneurysms.
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This study presents a case of Salmonella mycotic abdominal aortic aneurysm and reviews 24 others. It emphasizes diagnosis, surgical management, and proposes a new classification for mycotic aneurysms.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
- Aortic Aneurysm Research
Background:
- Mycotic abdominal aortic aneurysms (MAAA) are rare but life-threatening infections of the aorta.
- Salmonella species are a common cause of infectious aneurysms.
- Understanding MAAA presentation, diagnosis, and management is critical for patient outcomes.