Aortocaval fistula secondary to mediastinitis

J Emerg Med. 1996 Jan-Feb;14(1):5-8. doi: 10.1016/0736-4679(95)02036-5.

Abstract

Aortocaval fistula is a rare entity usually associated with a preexistent atherosclerotic abdominal aortic aneurysm or trauma. We present a case of an aortocaval fistula secondary to the subdiaphragmatic progression of a mediastinitis. The pathogenesis, clinical presentation, and treatment are discussed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aortic Diseases / diagnosis
  • Aortic Diseases / etiology*
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / diagnosis
  • Arteriovenous Fistula / etiology*
  • Emergencies
  • Fatal Outcome
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mediastinitis / complications*
  • Venae Cavae / abnormalities*