A Fatal Case of Anorexia and Weakness

Explore a case of a 74-year-old man with anorexia and weakness, leading to a rare diagnosis of emphysematous Aortitis caused by *Clostridium septicum*.

Emphysematous aortitis due to Clostridium septicum


A 74-year-old man with coronary artery disease presented to the emergency department with 3 days of anorexia and weakness. Computed tomography of the chest was performed, and blood cultures were drawn. What is the most likely diagnosis?

What is the most likely diagnosis?

Emphysematous aortitis due to Clostridium septicum
Granulomatosis with polyangiitis
Pyogenic aortitis due to Salmonella enteritidis
Syphilitic aortitis due to Treponema pallidum
Tuberculous aortitis

Anorexia, Aortitis, Clostridium septicum, Emphysematous aortitis due to Clostridium septicum, Vascular Infection

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