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Deep infection with Mycobacterium marinum : successful treatment of a frequently misdiagnosed disease.

Authors :
Pop R
Estermann L
Schulthess B
Eberhard N
Source :
BMJ case reports [BMJ Case Rep] 2019 Aug 28; Vol. 12 (8). Date of Electronic Publication: 2019 Aug 28.
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

We report a rare yet typical presentation of a severe infection with Mycobacterium marinum that affected the deep structure of the hand and wrist of a 43-old fish breeder. A combination therapy of surgical debridement and antibiotic treatment with clarithromycin and ethambutol for 6 months led to a total resolution of the symptoms. Intensive rehabilitation completely restored the function of the hand.<br />Competing Interests: Competing interests: None declared.<br /> (© BMJ Publishing Group Limited 2019. No commercial re-use. See rights and permissions. Published by BMJ.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1757-790X
Volume :
12
Issue :
8
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
BMJ case reports
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
31466974
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1136/bcr-2019-229663