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. 1985 Sep;12(3):257–260.

Mycotic Tuberculous Aneurysm of the Descending Thoracic Aorta

Eugenio Quaini 1, Francesco Donatelli 1, Edgardo Bonacina 1, Ettore Vitali 1, Tiziano Colombo 1, Ezio Panzeri 1
PMCID: PMC341866  PMID: 15227014

Abstract

Tuberculous aneurysm of the aorta is a rare and dangerous condition. Despite modern diagnostic and surgical techniques, it remains a challenge to recognize and treat. A successful resection of a false aneurysm of the descending aorta that ruptured into the lung of a 55-year-old woman is reported. A history of the patient and microscopic examination of the specimen indicated a diagnosis of tuberculosis. Antituberculosis chemotherapy was immediately implemented.

The patient appears to be in good condition 8 months after operation; however, she remains under treatment for tuberculosis.

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