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Mesenteric pseudoaneurysm resulting from septic embolism

D C Cassada1, S L Stevens, G S Schuchmann

  • 1Department of Surgery, University of Tennessee Medical Center at Knoxville, Knoxville, TN, USA.

Annals of Vascular Surgery
|December 5, 1998
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Septic peripheral embolism, a rare infective endocarditis complication, can cause abdominal pain due to septic pseudoaneurysms. This case highlights diagnosis and surgical management of a superior mesenteric artery pseudoaneurysm.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Vascular Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Infective endocarditis (IE) can lead to systemic complications, including septic emboli.
  • Peripheral septic emboli are uncommon but serious manifestations of IE.

Observation:

  • This case report details a patient presenting with abdominal pain.
  • The pain was attributed to a septic pseudoaneurysm in the distal superior mesenteric artery.

Findings:

  • The report outlines the diagnostic process, including imaging studies.
  • It details the surgical intervention and subsequent histologic findings.
  • A review of current literature on septic pseudoaneurysms secondary to IE is included.

Implications:

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  • This case underscores the importance of considering septic pseudoaneurysms in patients with IE and abdominal symptoms.
  • Early diagnosis and surgical management are crucial for favorable outcomes.
  • Further research into the management of this rare complication is warranted.