Demonstration of the ascending aorta in infective endocarditis by intravenous digital subtraction angiography.

Hunter, G. J. S.; Thomas, H A; Treasure, Tom; Sturridge, M. F.; Swanton, R. H.

doi:10.1136/hrt.60.3.252

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“…The predilection of mycotic aneurysm for branch points likely reflects sites for impaction [3]. Aortitis, intra-aortic vegetations, or pseudoaneurysms may occur as a consequence of aortic root abscesses associated with an infected native or prosthetic aortic valve [45]. Although mycotic aneurysms arising in the abdominal aorta and its mesenteric branches are frequent sites of mycotic aneurysm development, they are frequently not recognized until they rupture [35].…”

Section: Mycotic Aneurysmmentioning

confidence: 99%

Radiologic manifestations of extra-cardiac complications of infective endocarditis

et al. 2008

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Infective endocarditis (IE) is a disease with high morbidity and a mortality rate of 9-30%, even with appropriate diagnosis and therapy. Septic emboli, caused by IE, can affect any organ or tissue in the body with an arterial supply and occur in 12-40% of IE cases. The most common extra-cardiac organ system involved in IE is the central nervous system. Other organs frequently involved are the lungs (especially in right-sided IE), spleen, kidneys, liver, and the musculoskeletal system. In addition, the arterial system itself is susceptible to the development of potentially fatal mycotic aneurysms. As extra-cardiac complications often antedate the clinical diagnosis of IE, it is important that the diagnosis is suggested when characteristic findings are encountered during imaging. In addition, imaging is often used to monitor the extent of complications in patients with a known diagnosis of IE.

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Section: Mycotic Aneurysmmentioning

confidence: 99%