Abdominal mycotic aortic aneurysm presenting as chronic constipation

Am J Emerg Med. 2021 Apr:42:260.e1-260.e2. doi: 10.1016/j.ajem.2020.12.055. Epub 2020 Dec 23.

Abstract

A mycotic aneurysm is a life-threatening disease that usually presents with nonspecific symptoms. A prompt diagnosis is essential because of the risk of aneurysm rupture and high mortality rate. We describe a case of an abdominal mycotic aortic aneurysm presenting as chronic constipation for 3 weeks, without fever or abdominal pain. Point-of-care ultrasound has the ability to detect silent abdominal aortic aneurysms and serves as a follow-up tool for patients under medical treatment.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aneurysm, Infected / diagnostic imaging*
  • Aneurysm, Infected / therapy
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal / diagnostic imaging*
  • Aortic Aneurysm, Abdominal / therapy
  • Aortic Rupture / etiology*
  • Aortic Rupture / surgery
  • Constipation / etiology*
  • Endovascular Procedures
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Point-of-Care Systems
  • Ultrasonography

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents