Vascular Graft Infection from Listeria monocytogenes Treated with Surgery
Author Information
Author(s): Beate Tanner-Steinmann, Katia Boggian
Primary Institution: Cantonal Hospital Lucerne
Hypothesis
Can Listeria monocytogenes cause vascular graft infections in immunosuppressed patients?
Conclusion
The case demonstrates that surgical debridement without graft removal can be a successful treatment for vascular graft infections caused by Listeria monocytogenes.
Supporting Evidence
- This is the 8th reported case of vascular graft infection due to Listeria monocytogenes.
- The patient was under immunosuppression after a renal transplant.
- Surgical debridement was performed without removing the graft.
Takeaway
A man with a rare infection in his blood vessel graft was treated without removing the graft, and he got better with antibiotics and surgery.
Methodology
The patient was treated with antibiotics and underwent surgical debridement without graft removal.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 59-year-old man with a history of renal transplantation and immunosuppression.
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