Mycotic tuberculous aneurysm of the descending thoracic aorta.
Tuberculous aneurysm of the aorta is a rare and dangerous condition. Despite modern diagnostic and surgical techniques, it remains a challenge to recognize and treat. A successful resection of a false aneurysm of the descending aorta that ruptured into the lung of a 55-year-old woman is reported. A history of the patient and microscopic examination of the specimen indicated a diagnosis of tuberculosis. Antituberculosis chemotherapy was immediately implemented. The patient appears to be in good condition 8 months after operation; however, she remains under treatment for tuberculosis.
Quaini
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Divisione di Cardiochirurgia A. De Gasperis Ente Ospedaliero Niguarda, Ca'Granda, Milano, Italy.
Donatelli
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Bonacina
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Vitali
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Colombo
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Panzeri
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