An Uncommon Cause of Diffuse ST-Segment Elevation: A Case Report of Descending Necrotizing Mediastinitis
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 2
Abstract
Abstract: Descending necrotizing mediastinitis (DNM) is a rare, rapidly progressive complication of oropharyngeal infections that spreads deep into the mediastinum through loose retropharyngeal spaces, resulting in necrosis and destruction of the mediastinum structure. Recognition of unexpectedly wide-spreading infection in the mediastinum is difficult without appropriate CT imaging, and diagnosis is often delayed. We present a case of a 69-year-old man with DNM successfully treated with a multidisciplinary approach, including aggressive surgical debridement. The patient manifested diffuse ST-segment elevations in twelve-lead electrocardiogram on the day of admission. In our case, acute electrocardiogram changes were useful in early recognition of pericardial involvement and contributed to appropriate surgical debridement.
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Izumi Nakayama, Kazuhito Hirata
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