Title: Hydatid cyst fistula into the aorta presenting with massive hemoptysis. Case report and literature review. Author: Harris DG, Van Vuuren WM, Augustyn J, Rossouw GJ. Journal: J Cardiovasc Surg (Torino); 2001 Aug; 42(4):565-7. PubMed ID: 11455298. Abstract: Hydatid involvement of the aorta is extremely uncommon. We present a case where a hydatid cyst of the lung eroded into the thoracic aorta, causing massive hemoptysis. Successful repair was performed by resection (including left lower lobectomy) and graft interposition.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]
