Case Report - Tuberculous Pseudoaneursym of Descending Abdominal Aorta – Uncommon Presentation of a Common Illness.
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2018, Vol 17, Issue 8
Abstract
In India, incidence of tuberculosis is very high.However Tuberculous pseudoaneurysm of aorta is an unusual entity, with only 100 cases reported till now and even less have been related to involvement of spine . Tuberculous aneurysms of the aorta are also highly susceptible to rupture. These complications are treatable, but may be fatal if not treated properly. We in this case report, describe a case of tuberculous pseudoaneurysm of descending abdominal aorta associated with military tuberculosis and vertebral involvement.
Authors and Affiliations
Dr Amit Bhandari, Dr Jaykharsadiya, Dr Rashesh Patel, Dr Charvi Gandhi
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