Mycotic Aneurysm of Brachial Artery Secondary to Infective Endocarditis
Introduction: This case describes a brachial artery mycotic aneurysm (BAMA) secondary to infective endocarditis caused by Enterococcus faecalis. BAMAs are rare and potentially limb or life threatening. A literature review revealed 61 cases since 1950, primarily caused by intravenous drug use, with S...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2020-01-01
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Series: | EJVES Short Reports |
Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405655319300246 |