Infectious Aneurysms Caused by Streptococcus Pyogenes in Children

Pediatr Infect Dis J. 2022 Oct 1;41(10):e442-e444. doi: 10.1097/INF.0000000000003651. Epub 2022 Jul 20.

Abstract

We describe the detailed clinical course of rapidly enlarging infective aneurysms during the treatment of endocarditis and purulent pericarditis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes . We show that S. pyogenes aneurysms can enlarge rapidly within 1-2 days. Moreover, we highlight the benefit of transporting patients to a facility offering multidisciplinary treatment, even if vital signs stabilize to the point.

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Endocarditis*
  • Humans
  • Mediastinitis*
  • Pericarditis*
  • Streptococcal Infections* / diagnosis
  • Streptococcal Infections* / drug therapy
  • Streptococcus pyogenes