Mycotic (infected) aneurysm of the popliteal artery and arthritis following Salmonella bacteriemia.
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We report a case of a mycotic (infected) aneurysm of the popliteal artery due to Salmonella enteritidis. The clinical presentation may be confused with other more common causes of diffuse swollen leg, causing a delay in the diagnosis and proper therapy. Prompt surgical resection of the infected aneurysm together with medical therapy is required for successful treatment.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Clinical and experimental rheumatology
دوره 19 3 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2001