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Melioidotic prostatic abscess in Pahang.

T H Ng1, S H How, A R Amran

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, International Islamic University Malaysia, PO Box 141, Kuantan 27510, Malaysia. ngteckhan@hotmail.com

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Melioidosis, a bacterial infection, can cause uncommon prostatic abscesses. Early diagnosis via CT scans and antibiotic treatment are key for patient recovery, though severe cases may be fatal.

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Urology
  • Radiology

Background:

  • Melioidosis is an infection caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei.
  • This Gram-negative bacillus can affect multiple organs.
  • Prostatic involvement, specifically abscess formation, is a rare manifestation.

Observation:

  • This study presents five cases of melioidosis presenting with prostatic abscess.
  • Four of the five patients had diabetes mellitus.
  • Multiple organ involvement was common in these patients.

Findings:

  • Computed tomography (CT) of the abdomen and pelvis was crucial for diagnosing prostatic abscesses in these cases.
  • No patients required surgical drainage.
  • All patients improved with antibiotic therapy, with one mortality due to severe septicemia.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering melioidosis in prostatic abscess cases, especially in endemic areas or in patients with risk factors like diabetes.
  • Emphasizes the diagnostic utility of CT imaging.
  • Suggests that non-surgical management with antibiotics can be effective, but vigilance for severe complications is necessary.