A Case of Septic Azygos Vein Embolism Caused byStaphylococcus aureusBacteremia
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A Case of Septic Azygos Vein Embolism Caused by Staphylococcus aureus Bacteremia
A Septic embolism is a type of embolism infected with bacteria containing pus. These may become dangerous if dislodged from their original location. Embolisms of this type in the azygos vein are potentially fatal. The diagnosis of septic azygos vein embolism is difficult, so rapid diagnosis and treatment is important to avoid complications. Generally, treatment is enough for appropriate antibio...
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عنوان ژورنال: Tuberculosis and Respiratory Diseases
سال: 2012
ISSN: 1738-3536,2005-6184
DOI: 10.4046/trd.2012.72.3.328