Primary fusobacterium osteomyelitis and pyomyositis of the thigh in an immunocompetent young adult
Keywords:
Pyomyositis, osteomyelitis, fusobacterium
Abstract
An unusual case of an immunocompetent young adult with osteomyelitis and pyomyositis of his right thigh is presented. Despite the absence of typical clinical signs, a high index of suspicion and 16S RNA PCR led to an early diagnosis of Fusobacterium infection and subsequent successful multidisciplinary treatment.
Published
2017-04-11
How to Cite
Vles, G., Magampa, R., Boutall, A., & Maqungo, S. (2017). Primary fusobacterium osteomyelitis and pyomyositis of the thigh in an immunocompetent young adult. South African Journal of Surgery, 55(1), 38-40. Retrieved from http://sajs.redbricklibrary.com/index.php/sajs/article/view/2181
Issue
Section
Case Reports
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