Post-COVID-19 Thoracic Aortic Rupture with an Unforeseen Spinal Epidural Hematoma

Abstract

The importance of prompt diagnosis and early stenting of an aortic rupture cannot be overemphasized. We present a case of thoracic aortic rupture in a middle-aged gentleman who had recently suffered coronavirus disease 2019. The case was further complicated by the development of an unexpected spinal epidural hematoma.

Keywords

aortic rupture - aortitis - coronavirus disease 2019 - spinal epidural hematoma

Publication History

Received: 28 September 2021

Accepted: 06 July 2022

Article published online:
27 February 2023

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