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Mycobacterium kansasii olecranon bursitis
1Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Southampton General Hospital, Southampton University NHS Trust, Southampton, UK.
Journal of Medical Microbiology
|November 17, 2006
Summary
A rare case of olecranon bursitis caused by Mycobacterium kansasii after a swimming pool injury was treated successfully. The treatment involved surgery and a four-drug antibiotic regimen, suggesting a potential therapeutic approach for this uncommon infection.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Microbiology
Background:
- Olecranon bursitis is typically caused by trauma or infection.
- Mycobacterium kansasii is an atypical mycobacterium rarely associated with bursitis.
Observation:
- A patient developed olecranon bursitis after a swimming pool injury.
- The causative agent was identified as Mycobacterium kansasii.
Findings:
- The bursitis responded well to surgical debridement.
- Combined antimicrobial therapy with rifampicin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol was effective.
Implications:
- This case highlights Mycobacterium kansasii as a potential cause of post-traumatic olecranon bursitis.
- A multi-drug regimen combined with surgical intervention may be a viable treatment for this rare condition.
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