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Eikenella corrodens in a patient with septic arthritis: A case report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Eikenella corrodens , a Gram-negative bacterium, is typically associated with fight-bite injuries and, in rare cases, with infective endocarditis. Infection may arise either through direct inoculation or through invasion of oral mucosa with subsequent bacteraemia. This bacterium is an unusual cause of infection in immunocompetent patients without direct injury. There are no studies published from Ethiopia on identification of Eikenella corrodens in humans. In this case report, we describe a patient with a septic arthritis and tibia bone abscess where Eikenella corrodens was identified. Recognition of septic arthritis was delayed and identification of the microorganism was challenging. This influenced the choice and duration of treatment and has likely affected the patient’s outcome. This case report emphasizes the significance of recognizing rare pathogens in complex cases, considering slow-growing microorganisms and anticipating treatment challenges when uncommon microorganisms are involved.

Source: IDCases

DOI: 10.1016/j.idcr.2025.e02222

Authors: Marrigje Jacoba Kreuger, Anteneh Eshetu, Ebenezer Gezahegn Fanta

Institution: Addis Ababa University

Language: English

Topic: Orthopedic Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,370