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Mycobacterium chelonae hand infection following acupuncture: a case report and literature review

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Hand infection caused by atypical mycobacteria is an uncommon condition. We present a case of hand infection caused by Mycobacterium chelonae in a patient who had undergone acupuncture. The clinical features, treatment, and outcome are described. Biopsy and cultures are essential for the diagnosis because Mycobacterium chelonae is a rare cause of human infection and is difficult to diagnose unless suspected. The patient was successfully treated through a combination of surgical excision, debridement, and antimicrobial therapy. We also reviewed the available literature to summarize the experience related to this infectious entity.

Source: Frontiers in Medicine

DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2024.1482236

Authors: Sladjana Matic, Valerija Teodosic, Slavisa Zagorac

Institutions: University of Belgrade, Univerzitetski Klinički Centar Srbije

Language: English

Topic: Mycobacterium research and diagnosis

Subfield: Epidemiology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,295