Mycotic aneurysm of the popliteal artery secondary to <it>Streptococus pneumoniae</it>: a case report and review of the literature

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>Cases of true mycotic popliteal artery aneurysm are rare. Presentation is variable but invasive and non-invasive investigations collectively facilitate diagnosis and guide operative procedures. Definitive treatment generally utiliz...

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Main Authors: Killeen Shane D, O'Brien Noel, O'Sullivan Martin J, Karr George, Redmond H Paul, Fulton Gregory J
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-11-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/3/1/117