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Actinomyces associated with persistent vaginal granulation tissue.

Clifford Y Wai1, Mikio A Nihira, Peter G Drewes

  • 1Division of Urogynecology/Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas 75390-9032, USA. Clifford.wai@utsouthwestern.edu

Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology
|July 26, 2005
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Surgical suture erosion can lead to symptomatic actinomycosis (a bacterial infection) and granulation tissue. Complete suture removal, sometimes requiring surgery, is essential for resolution when antibiotics and conservative treatments fail.

Area of Science:

  • Gynecologic Surgery
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Reports a case of symptomatic actinomycosis linked to vaginal suture erosion and granulation tissue.
  • Highlights a scenario refractory to conservative management in an outpatient setting.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with vaginal discharge and spotting three months post-hysterectomy with vaginal vault suspension.
  • Initial granulation tissue cauterization failed; subsequent examination revealed eroded braided polyester suture.
  • Biopsy confirmed actinomycetes, and symptoms persisted despite oral antibiotics.

Findings:

  • Complete removal of the underlying permanent suture was necessary for symptom resolution.
  • Surgical intervention in the operating room was required due to unsatisfactory outpatient management.

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  • Ten days of antibiotic therapy alone did not resolve the granulation tissue or infection.

    • Implications:

    • Actinomyces infection can be associated with persistent granulation tissue and vaginal suspension sutures.
    • Surgical intervention may be necessary for suture removal when conservative measures and antibiotics are ineffective.
    • Complete eradication of the causative suture material is crucial for resolving symptoms and preventing recurrence.