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Published on: February 9, 2011

Soft tissue infection caused by Kingella kingae in a child

U Rolle1, R Schille, D Hörmann

  • 1Department of Pediatric Surgery, and the Institute of Pathology, University of Leipzig, Germany.

Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|May 31, 2001
PubMed

Insights

Kingella kingae infections are rising in children, often affecting bones and joints. This case highlights a rare presternal soft tissue infection in a child, successfully treated with surgery and antibiotics.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric infectious diseases
  • Bacteriology
  • Surgical infections

Background:

  • Kingella kingae is an increasingly recognized pathogen in pediatric infections.
  • Osteoarticular infections are the most common presentation of Kingella kingae.
  • Soft tissue infections due to Kingella kingae are less frequently reported.

Observation:

  • A 3-year-old child presented with a presternal soft tissue infection.
  • The infection was caused by Kingella kingae.
  • Clinical and laboratory findings were documented.

Findings:

  • Surgical excochleation was performed to address the infection.
  • Antibiotic treatment was administered.
  • The child experienced an uneventful recovery.

Implications:

  • This case expands the spectrum of Kingella kingae presentations in children.
  • It underscores the importance of considering Kingella kingae in pediatric soft tissue infections.
  • Prompt surgical intervention and appropriate antibiotic therapy are crucial for favorable outcomes.

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