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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Osteomyelitis

Background:

  • Cat-scratch disease is a bacterial infection primarily caused by Bartonella henselae.
  • Bone involvement in Bartonella henselae infections is uncommon, making such presentations rare in clinical practice.

Observation:

  • A 7-year-old boy presented with systemic symptoms including fever, malaise, weight loss, cough, back pain, and hip pain (coxalgia).
  • Diagnostic imaging revealed multifocal bone involvement, including the spine, iliac crest, ankle, and metatarsal.
  • Laboratory tests confirmed positivity for anti-Bartonella henselae antibodies.

Findings:

  • The patient exhibited a systemic form of cat-scratch disease with extensive osteomyelitis.
  • Bone scintigraphy and MRI confirmed the widespread skeletal involvement.
  • Prompt diagnosis and treatment led to a complete recovery.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the importance of considering Bartonella henselae in pediatric patients with systemic symptoms and multifocal bone lesions.
  • Early recognition and appropriate antibiotic therapy, such as rifampicin, are crucial for favorable outcomes in disseminated cat-scratch disease.
  • Further research may elucidate the pathogenesis of bone involvement in Bartonella henselae infections.