Propionibacterium acnes is a member of the human microbiota that has been recently associated with late-onset infections of indwelling devices, especially shoulder prosthesis. Aortic graft infection are rare events with significant morbidity and mortality. Here, we describe the case of an abdominal aortic graft infection due to P. acnes with an unusual early onset. A review of the recent English language literature has been added.

Early abdominal aortic graft infection due to Propionibacterium acnes: a case report and review of the literature

Verzini, Fabio;
2018-01-01

Abstract

Propionibacterium acnes is a member of the human microbiota that has been recently associated with late-onset infections of indwelling devices, especially shoulder prosthesis. Aortic graft infection are rare events with significant morbidity and mortality. Here, we describe the case of an abdominal aortic graft infection due to P. acnes with an unusual early onset. A review of the recent English language literature has been added.
2018
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https://vpn.unipg.it/doi/full/10.1080/,DanaInfo=www.tandfonline.com,SSL+1120009X.2018.1451453
Early aortic graft infection; Propionibacterium acnes; abdominal aortic graft
Pallotto, Carlo; Simonte, Gioele; Verzini, Fabio; Lenti, Massimo; Baldelli, Franco; Francisci, Daniela; Fiorio, Maurizio
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