Nonspecific Presentation of an Infected Aorto-Iliac Artery Stent Following Endovascular Revision and Stent Insertion
Mohammed Ayyad,
Laith A. Ayasa,
Sara Shbaita
et al.
Abstract:Over the last few decades, the use of covered stent grafts became increasingly popular; as it plays a pivotal role in the management of various atherosclerotic diseases that are rising in both incidence and prevalence. Subsequently, vascular stent infections, although rare, are becoming a well-recognized complication with possibly devastating consequences, owing to the difficulties associated with its diagnosis and treatment. This has prompted significant interest in the condition regarding its pathophysiology… Show more
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