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Acute abdominal aorta embolism caused by primary cardiac echinococcus cyst
T Rosenberg1, Y P Panayiotopoulos, E Bastounis
1Surgical Clinic, Athens University, Laikon General Hospital, Greece.
European Journal of Vascular Surgery
|September 1, 1993
Summary
Abdominal aortic embolism from a ruptured echinococcus cyst is very rare. This case involved a primary intracardiac hydatid cyst, successfully treated with surgical intervention.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Parasitology
- Vascular Surgery
Background:
- Echinococcus cyst rupture can lead to systemic embolism.
- Intracardiac hydatid cysts are a rare cause of embolism.
- Abdominal aortic embolism is a critical condition requiring prompt diagnosis and management.
Observation:
- A rare case of abdominal aortic embolism caused by a primary intracardiac echinococcus cyst is presented.
- The patient presented with symptoms secondary to aortic obstruction.
- Diagnosis was confirmed through imaging and clinical presentation.
Findings:
- Successful treatment was achieved through bilateral femoral embolectomy and direct aortotomy.
- This represents one of the few reported cases of embolism from a primary intracardiac echinococcus cyst.
- Literature review identified only 16 previous cases, with only one other originating from a primary cyst.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering rare parasitic causes in embolic events.
- Demonstrates the feasibility of surgical management for intracardiac hydatid cyst embolism.
- Emphasizes the need for awareness among clinicians regarding hydatid disease complications.