Aortic root abscess resulting from endocarditis: spectrum of angiographic findings

Journal Article · Thu Nov 01 00:00:00 EST 1984 · Radiology; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1148/radiology.153.2.6484167· OSTI ID:6132474

Miller, S W; Dinsmore, R E

Abscesses in the aortic root are a serious complication of infective endocarditis and require accurate diagnosis for antibiotic and surgical management. Nineteen cases of endocarditis of a native valve or prosthetic valve and adjacent abscess cavities were identified with angiography. Of 6 patients with endocarditis of a native valve, 5 had bicuspid aortic valves and all had severe aortic regurgitation. Of 13 patients with endocarditis of a prosthetic aortic valve, all had paravalvular regurgitation. Fistulas were detected into the mitral anulus in 8 patients, and into the right ventricle in 3 patients. No complications from the catheterization were recorded during the 48-hour follow-up.

• Research Organization: Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
• OSTI ID: 6132474
• Journal Information: Radiology; (United States), Vol. 153:2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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