Abstract
We report a rare case of primary aortoduodenal fistula (ADF) secondary to a Coxiella burnetii (Q fever) infection in a patient with an abdominal aortic aneurysm. A review of the available literature on the vascular complications of Q fever is presented. Q fever should be suspected in vascular patients with close animal contact when a standard infectious work- up is unrevealing. Diagnostic steps and management strategies for primary ADF are also briefly reviewed.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 271-273 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Annals of Vascular Surgery |
Volume | 14 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2000 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine