Mycotic Aneurysm

Summary

Most commonly, infection of the arterial wall of the aorta and less commonly other arteries. Infection results in dilation then possible rupture d/t degredation of arterial wall.

Key Terms

Epidemiology

Etiology

• Direct Inoculation
• Atherosclerotic plaque bacterial seeding
• Septic emboli to vaso vasorum

Pathophysiology

HPI

Physical Exam

Diagnostics

Treatment

Referrals

Case Study

References

• Guidelines
• Meta-Analysis
• RCTs