Successful Treatment of an Aortotomy Site Aspergillus Infection.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2019.02.036.
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Abstract
Aspergillus aortitis is a rare, often fatal infection. Here, we report successful treatment of an aortotomy site that became infected by Aspergillus spp. after valve replacement. Surgical debridement, combined with antifungal therapy, allowed a favorable outcome.
Medical subject headings
- Aortitis
- Aspergillosis
- Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation
- Surgical Wound Infection