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A case is reported of an unusual sinographic appearance and negative microbial cultures, indicating a long-term failure of incorporation of a vascular graft by surrounding connective tissue. Possible pathogenic mechanisms include ruptured lymphatic channels or a low-grade immunologic rejection process. In such cases a conservative approach is probably warranted rather than the aggressive measures necessary in cases of perigraft infection.
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Jaques, P.F., Needell, G.S. & Burnham, S.J. Perigraft cavity. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol 4, 251–252 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02552531
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02552531