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Importance of clinico‐pathologic correlation in rare, chronic infectious diseases: Actinomycetoma misdiagnosed as botryomycosis—A case report.

Authors :
Masuka, Josiah Tatenda
Mthembu, Luanda
Duze, Khumo
Moodley, Ameshin
Rikhotso, Tshikani Norman
Mosam, Anisa
Source :
Clinical Case Reports. Jun2024, Vol. 12 Issue 6, p1-6. 6p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Key Clinical Message: This case report explores the clinical journey of a patient initially diagnosed with botryomycosis, only to later reveal the underlying and rare condition of actinomycosis. The report highlights the challenges in getting to an accurate diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of considering uncommon pathologies, the utility of multi‐disciplinary teams and clinico‐pathologic correlation in clinical practice. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20500904
Volume :
12
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Clinical Case Reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
178095878
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.8977