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Mycobacterium cheloneae infection after breast augmentation
Michael Brickman1, Alan A Parsa, Fereydoun Don Parsa
1Department of Surgery, John A. Burns School of Medicine, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu, HI 96813, USA.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
|March 11, 2005
Summary
A rare Mycobacterium cheloneae infection can complicate augmentation mammaplasty. Prompt diagnosis and treatment, including potential prosthesis removal, are crucial for managing this prosthetic breast implant infection.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
Background:
- Augmentation mammaplasty is a frequent plastic surgery procedure.
- Postoperative infections are a significant concern, often caused by skin bacteria.
- Atypical mycobacteria represent a less common but serious cause of infection.
Observation:
- Presents a case of prosthetic breast implant infection caused by Mycobacterium chelonae.
- Details the specific signs, symptoms, diagnostic methods, and treatment strategies for this infection.
Findings:
- Mycobacterium chelonae can infect prosthetic breast implants.
- Early pathogen identification is vital for potential implant salvage.
- Surgical intervention may be necessary if conservative treatments are ineffective.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering atypical mycobacteria in refractory implant infections.
- Emphasizes the need for prompt microbiological investigation in suspected cases.
- Informs clinical practice regarding the management of rare prosthetic infections.