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Lactobacillus septic arthritis.

V Chanet1, P Brazille, S Honore

  • 1Service de Médecine Interne, Boulevard Léon Malfreyt, Hôtel Dieu, Clermont Ferrand 1, France. vchanet@chu-clermontferrand.fr

Southern Medical Journal
|May 31, 2007
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Serious Lactobacillus infections are rising. This case study details the first instance of Lactobacillus septic arthritis in a diabetic patient, highlighting the need for further research into this bacterial cause of joint infections.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Rheumatology

Background:

  • Lactobacillus, a Gram-positive bacteria, normally resides in the oral, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary tracts.
  • Serious Lactobacillus infections are increasingly reported, often affecting immunocompromised individuals.
  • Common Lactobacillus-associated infections include bacteremia, endocarditis, pneumonia, meningitis, and endovascular infections.

Observation:

  • A 49-year-old diabetic patient presented with septic arthritis.
  • The patient's condition was diagnosed as Lactobacillus septic arthritis.
  • This represents the first documented case of Lactobacillus septic arthritis.

Findings:

  • Diabetes mellitus was a significant comorbidity in this patient.
  • Lactobacillus, typically associated with other infections, was identified as the causative agent of septic arthritis.

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  • The case underscores the potential for Lactobacillus to cause joint infections.

    • Implications:

    • This case highlights the need to consider Lactobacillus in the differential diagnosis of septic arthritis, particularly in diabetic patients.
    • Further research is warranted to understand the role of Lactobacillus as an etiologic agent in septic arthritis.
    • The findings may influence clinical practice regarding the diagnosis and management of joint infections in specific patient populations.