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Recurrent Epidural Abscess Caused by Propionibacterium Acnes

Year: 2009

Type: article

Abstract: Introduction Epidural abscess is a suppurative fluid collection in the epidural space that, if not treated promptly, may result in severe consequences. It is caused most commonly by Staphylococcus aureus followed by Gram negative bacilli, streptococcus species, and coagulase negative staphylococci. 1,2 A rare case of recurrent epidural abscess caused by an unusual pathogen, Propionibacterium acnes, is presented.

Source: Kansas Journal of Medicine

DOI: 10.17161/kjm.v2i4.11302

Authors: Zartash Z Khan, Maha Assi, Thomas A Moore

Institutions: University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, University of Kansas, Infectious Disease Consultants

Language: English

Topic: Infectious Diseases and Tuberculosis

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W577339579

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Cites: 18

Cited by: 4

Related to: 10