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Citrobacter freundii Pyothorax Complicating Tubercular Infection in an Immunocompetent Patient

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Purulent tubercular pleural effusion is a severe form of tuberculosis. Tubercular coinfection with Citrobacter freundii in purulent pleural effusion is rarely described in the literature. Early recognition of this pleural coinfection and appropriate management are necessary for better outcome. We report the first case of pyothorax secondary to Citrobacter freundii and Mycobacterium tuberculosis in an immunocompetent patient in the Pneumology Department of the Yalgado Ouédraogo University Hospital (Burkina Faso). The present case highlights the challenges faced during diagnosis and management of this particular coinfecton. Appropriate clinical and diagnostic collaboration is crucial for favourable prognosis.

Source: Asian Journal of Research in Infectious Diseases

DOI: 10.9734/ajrid/2024/v15i12397

Authors: Ali Moussa Mahaman Laouali, Maïga Soumaïla, Zonon Hamadé, Bonsa Edmond, Ouédraogo Leithisia, Boncoungou Kadiatou, Badoum Giselle, Martial Ouédraogo

Institutions: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Yalgado Ouédraogo, Université Joseph Ki-Zerbo

Language: English

Topic: Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4404498210

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