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[Infectious osteoarthritis due to Propionibacterium acnes. Two new cases]
L Hustache-Mathieu1, A Brousse, A Lohse
1Service de rhumatologie, hôpital Jean-Minjoz, CHU, Besançon, France.
La Revue De Medecine Interne
|July 26, 2000
Summary
Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) can cause joint infections like septic arthritis, even in individuals without acne or the SAPHO syndrome. Early identification is crucial, though laboratory challenges may lead to underdiagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Rheumatology
Background:
- Propionibacterium acnes (P. acnes) is a common skin commensal.
- This bacterium can cause opportunistic infections, including osteoarhritis.
- P. acnes is a known cause of iatrogenic and spontaneous osteoarhritis.