Journal of Vascular Medicine & Surgery

Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Saint Louis University 1100 S Grand Blvd, DRC 8^th Floor, Saint Louis, USA

Publications

• Mini Review   
  Mycotic Aneurysms Caused by Pasteurella and Capnocytophaga Species
  Author(s): Ali Etemady-Deylamy and Getahun Abate*
  
  Infected aneurysms are rare and present with vague symptoms or more severe symptoms at time of sepsis and/or rupture which is associated with significant mortality. Even rarer is presentation with an opportunistic infection from domesticated pets; however, risk factors are well described. Given the fastidious nature of these organisms, a detailed exposure history is important as well as consideration for additional serologic work up. Here, we discuss the epidemiology, diagnosis, and management of common infections from cats and dogs. .. View more»
  

  DOI: 10.35248/2329-6925.22.10.453

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