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Appendicitis and aortofemoral graft infection
Archives of Surgery (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
|August 1, 1979
Summary
A rare case of aortofemoral bypass graft infection stemmed from appendicitis. This highlights the need for meticulous retroperitoneal closure after aortic anastomosis to prevent such complications.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Surgical Infections
- Gastrointestinal Surgery
Background:
- Aortofemoral bypass is a common procedure for peripheral artery disease.
- Graft infection is a serious complication, often associated with Staphylococcus or Streptococcus.
- Intra-abdominal inflammation is not typically considered a direct cause of aortofemoral graft infection.