Publication Type : Journal Article
Thematic Areas : Medical Sciences
Publisher : Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann
Source : Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann, vol. 14, no. 4, p. 351, 2006.
Campus : Kochi
School : School of Medicine
Department : C. V. T. S.
Year : 2006
Abstract : Syphilitic aortic aneurysms are uncommon today. A syphilitic aneurysm eroding through the anterior chest wall with successful surgical treatment is reported. The large size these aneurysms reach, in conjunction with the overlying pressure-induced skin necrosis necrosis can represent a technical challenge to the surgeon, both in the method of repairing the aneurysm as well as reconstructing the chest wall. Syphilitic aortic disease is also briefly reviewed.
Cite this Research Publication : Dr. Praveen Varma and Neelakandhan, K. S., “Syphilitic aneurysm eroding the chest wall.”, Asian Cardiovasc Thorac Ann, vol. 14, no. 4, p. 351, 2006.