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Rare Nontuberculous Mycobacterium Infection Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction in a Healthy Young Male

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Infection after anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction is rare and is usually caused by pyogenic organisms. We report an unusual case of Mycobacterium fortuitum infection in a healthy 24-year-old male following ACL reconstruction. The patient presented with recurrent lateral thigh discharging sinuses without systemic symptoms or septic arthritis. Surgical exploration revealed sinus tracts communicating with the femoral Endobutton and biofilm formation. Management required multiple debridements, implant removal, partial graft debridement, and prolonged, modified antimicrobial therapy as it was complicated by drug intolerance. This case highlights the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges of nontuberculous Mycobacterial infections following ACL reconstruction.

Source: Journal of Orthopedics Traumatology and Rehabilitation

DOI: 10.4103/jotr.jotr_9_26

Authors: Andrea Q. C. Goh, Uzir Ahmad Husni, Seow Hui Teo

Institution: University of Malaya

Language: English

Topic: Orthopedic Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W7160140892

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