Right Iliac Mycotic Aneurysm

Abstract

Salmonella is one of the main causes of gastroenteritis and bacteremia worldwide. On certain occasions, it can also be the causative agent of iliac artery aneurysm in patients with predisposing factors: older than 60 years, diabetics, hypertensive and undergoing surgery. The objective of the publication was to show the presence of mycotic aneurysm due to salmonella in the right iliac artery, in a male patient who presented fever, liquid stools and tumor mass in the inguinal region. Clinical and laboratory diagnosis, vascular ultrasonography and Angiotac, helped to take the most appropriate therapeutic approach. Bacterial iliac aneurysms are not so uncommon, and the vascular surgeon must know which therapeutic approach to choose in each case. Endovascular procedures and open surgery are two options that should always be combined with antimicrobial therapy.