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Cryptogenic Fusobacterium liver abscesses in two healthy, young adult males

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction It is rare to have Fusobacterium PLAs without concomitant Lemiere’s syndrome. Case description Two healthy, young males with a history of binge drinking developed cryptogenic Fusobacterium liver abscesses, but without Lemiere’s syndrome. We highlight differences in disease severity, bacterial species, and management. Discussion Further research is needed to determine if Fusobacterium may cause PLAs in young men who consume alcohol. Source control in small abscesses may be more important than previously considered. Given the similarities in patient geography and hospitalization dates coupled to its rarity, this may be a growing issue that public healthcare leaders should be aware of.

Source: IDCases

DOI: 10.1016/j.idcr.2025.e02304

Authors: Cooper Alden Josephs, Anna Bryce Tucker, James Everhart, Nicholas Fuerstenau, Taylor Templeton-Jager

Institutions: Memorial Health University Medical Center, Mercer University, Mercer University Health Sciences Center

Language: English

Topic: Amoebic Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,370