Diagnosis and treatment of vascular graft and endograft infections: a structured clinical approach. (January 2023)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Wouthuyzen-Bakker, Marjan; van Oosten, Marleen; Bierman, Wouter; Winter, Rik; Glaudemans, Andor; Slart, Riemer; Toren-Wielema, Marlous; Tielliu, Ignace; Zeebregts, Clark J.; Prakken, Niek H.J.; de Vries, Jean Paul; Saleem, Ben R.
• Is Part Of: International journal of infectious diseases. Volume 126(2023)
• Page Start: 22
• Page End: 27
• Publication Date: 2023-01
• Subjects: Vascular graft infection -- Endograft infection -- Diagnosis -- Antibiotic treatment -- Surgical treatment; Communicable diseases -- Periodicals; Communicable Diseases -- Periodicals; Communicable diseases; Periodicals; Electronic journals; 616.9
• DOI: 10.1016/j.ijid.2022.11.011
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1201-9712

Abstract

Highlights: Vascular graft or endograft infection (VGEI) is associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. VGEI patients should be managed within a multidisciplinary team. A structural diagnostic and treatment algorithm for VGEI is mandatory. ABSTRACT : A vascular graft or endograft infection (VGEI) is a severe complication that can occur after vascular graft or endograft surgery and is associated with high morbidity and mortality rates. A multidisciplinary approach, consisting of a team of vascular surgeons, infectious diseases specialists, medical microbiologists, radiologists, nuclear medicine specialists, and hospital pharmacists, is needed to adequately diagnose and treat VGEI. A structured diagnostic, antibiotic, and surgical treatment algorithm helps clinical decision making and ultimately aims to improve the clinical outcome of patients with a VGEI.