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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Syphilitic aortitis | |||
| image = [[File:Aneurisma_micótico_de_la_arteria_ilíaca_izquierda.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Aneurysm of the iliac artery, similar to those that can occur in syphilitic aortitis | |||
| field = [[Cardiology]], [[Infectious disease]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Chest pain]], [[back pain]], [[cough]], [[shortness of breath]] | |||
| complications = [[Aortic aneurysm]], [[aortic regurgitation]], [[heart failure]] | |||
| onset = Typically occurs years after initial [[syphilis]] infection | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Treponema pallidum]] infection | |||
| risks = Untreated [[syphilis]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Serology]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Atherosclerosis]], [[Marfan syndrome]], [[Takayasu's arteritis]] | |||
| prevention = Early treatment of [[syphilis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], [[surgery]] for complications | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on extent of aortic involvement | |||
| frequency = Rare in developed countries | |||
}} | |||
'''Syphilitic aortitis''' is a form of [[aortitis]], an inflammation of the [[aorta]], which is caused by the [[bacteria]] [[Treponema pallidum]], the causative agent of [[syphilis]]. This condition is a late manifestation of untreated syphilis, typically occurring many years after the initial infection. | '''Syphilitic aortitis''' is a form of [[aortitis]], an inflammation of the [[aorta]], which is caused by the [[bacteria]] [[Treponema pallidum]], the causative agent of [[syphilis]]. This condition is a late manifestation of untreated syphilis, typically occurring many years after the initial infection. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Syphilitic aortitis is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, which is responsible for the sexually transmitted infection syphilis. The bacteria can invade the aorta, leading to inflammation and damage. | Syphilitic aortitis is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, which is responsible for the sexually transmitted infection syphilis. The bacteria can invade the aorta, leading to inflammation and damage. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of syphilitic aortitis can vary, but may include [[chest pain]], [[shortness of breath]], and [[fatigue]]. In severe cases, it can lead to [[aneurysm]] or [[aortic dissection]], which are life-threatening conditions. | The symptoms of syphilitic aortitis can vary, but may include [[chest pain]], [[shortness of breath]], and [[fatigue]]. In severe cases, it can lead to [[aneurysm]] or [[aortic dissection]], which are life-threatening conditions. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of syphilitic aortitis typically involves a combination of [[medical history]], physical examination, and diagnostic tests. These tests may include [[blood tests]] to detect the presence of the syphilis bacteria, as well as [[imaging tests]] such as [[CT scan]] or [[MRI]] to visualize the aorta and assess the extent of the damage. | Diagnosis of syphilitic aortitis typically involves a combination of [[medical history]], physical examination, and diagnostic tests. These tests may include [[blood tests]] to detect the presence of the syphilis bacteria, as well as [[imaging tests]] such as [[CT scan]] or [[MRI]] to visualize the aorta and assess the extent of the damage. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for syphilitic aortitis typically involves [[antibiotics]] to treat the underlying syphilis infection. In severe cases, [[surgery]] may be required to repair or replace the damaged section of the aorta. | Treatment for syphilitic aortitis typically involves [[antibiotics]] to treat the underlying syphilis infection. In severe cases, [[surgery]] may be required to repair or replace the damaged section of the aorta. | ||
== Prevention == | == Prevention == | ||
Prevention of syphilitic aortitis involves preventing syphilis infection through safe sex practices and regular testing for sexually transmitted infections. | Prevention of syphilitic aortitis involves preventing syphilis infection through safe sex practices and regular testing for sexually transmitted infections. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Aortitis]] | * [[Aortitis]] | ||
* [[Syphilis]] | * [[Syphilis]] | ||
* [[Aneurysm]] | * [[Aneurysm]] | ||
* [[Aortic dissection]] | * [[Aortic dissection]] | ||
[[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]] | [[Category:Cardiovascular diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Sexually transmitted diseases and infections]] | [[Category:Sexually transmitted diseases and infections]] | ||
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| Syphilitic aortitis | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Chest pain, back pain, cough, shortness of breath |
| Complications | Aortic aneurysm, aortic regurgitation, heart failure |
| Onset | Typically occurs years after initial syphilis infection |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Treponema pallidum infection |
| Risks | Untreated syphilis |
| Diagnosis | Serology, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Atherosclerosis, Marfan syndrome, Takayasu's arteritis |
| Prevention | Early treatment of syphilis |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, surgery for complications |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on extent of aortic involvement |
| Frequency | Rare in developed countries |
| Deaths | N/A |
Syphilitic aortitis is a form of aortitis, an inflammation of the aorta, which is caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum, the causative agent of syphilis. This condition is a late manifestation of untreated syphilis, typically occurring many years after the initial infection.
Causes[edit]
Syphilitic aortitis is caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum, which is responsible for the sexually transmitted infection syphilis. The bacteria can invade the aorta, leading to inflammation and damage.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of syphilitic aortitis can vary, but may include chest pain, shortness of breath, and fatigue. In severe cases, it can lead to aneurysm or aortic dissection, which are life-threatening conditions.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of syphilitic aortitis typically involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. These tests may include blood tests to detect the presence of the syphilis bacteria, as well as imaging tests such as CT scan or MRI to visualize the aorta and assess the extent of the damage.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for syphilitic aortitis typically involves antibiotics to treat the underlying syphilis infection. In severe cases, surgery may be required to repair or replace the damaged section of the aorta.
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of syphilitic aortitis involves preventing syphilis infection through safe sex practices and regular testing for sexually transmitted infections.
