Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms and Q Fever: An Odd Connection to Keep in Mind

Abstract

Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) secondary to Coxiella burnetii infections are rare but carry important implications. The diagnosis is difficult due to unspecific symptoms. To the authors knowledge, this is the first AAA caused by chronic Q fever treated with an endoprosthesis.

J Med Cases. 2021;12(9):377-379
doi: https://doi.org/10.14740/jmc3760