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Abdominal aortic aneurysms infected by Escherichia coli
Surgery
|July 1, 1985
Summary
Escherichia coli (E. coli) urinary tract sepsis can infect atherosclerotic abdominal aortic aneurysms, leading to a high risk of rupture and mortality. Surgical intervention is crucial for managing these dangerous infections.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
- Atherosclerosis Research
Background:
- Atherosclerotic abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality.
- Infection of AAAs, though rare, presents unique diagnostic and therapeutic challenges.
- Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a common pathogen implicated in aortic infections, often originating from urinary tract sepsis.