# Femoral Artery Patch Infection and Subsequent Rupture Secondary to Sinus Tract Formation in a Patient With Traumatic Burns

## TL;DR

A patient with traumatic burns developed a rare but severe infection in a femoral artery patch, leading to rupture, but was successfully treated.

## Contribution

This case highlights a rare complication of sinus tract formation and rupture following a femoral artery patch infection in a burn patient.

## Key findings

- A femoral artery patch infection occurred secondary to a traumatic burn injury.
- The infection led to sinus tract formation and subsequent patch rupture.
- The patient was successfully treated with appropriate intervention.

## Abstract

Femoral endarterectomies are among the myriad revascularization techniques used to treat peripheral arterial disease. Nonetheless, it is essential to assess individual patient factors to optimize outcomes. While rare, complications such as patch and graft infections or ruptures can occur in these procedures. These complications may be catastrophic, requiring close monitoring and swift intervention to minimize the risk of limb loss or death. This case report describes the successful treatment of a patient who developed an infection in a femoral artery patch, which resulted in rupture due to sinus tract formation following a traumatic burn injury.