Rare case of salmonellosis-related coronary aneurysm, complicated with myocardial infarction and constrictive pericarditis: a case report

This rare case of salmonellosis with infected coronary artery aneurysm and pericarditis emphasizes the importance of history taking, especially food intake in patients with unexplained fever. High index of suspicion is needed and multi-modality serial imaging should be used for early diagnosis and prompt treatment.

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European Heart Journal - Case Reports
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2025-03-28
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https://doi.org/10.1093/ehjcr/ytaf188
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Kawasaki Disease and Coronary Complications
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This rare case of salmonellosis with infected coronary artery aneurysm and pericarditis emphasizes the importance of history taking, especially food intake in patients with unexplained fever. High index of suspicion is needed and multi-modality serial imaging should be used for early diagnosis and prompt treatment.

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Queen Mary Hospital (CN), Ruttonjee Hospital (CN)
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