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Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment of Human Brucellar Spondylodiscitis
Published on: May 23, 2021
Splenic abcess owing to brucellosis
Gohar Jamil1, Mujgan Jamil, Noura Saif Al Nuaimi
1Department of Medicine, Tawam Hospital, Al AIn, United Arab Emirates. goharjamil@gmail.com
BMJ Case Reports
|April 30, 2013
Summary
Brucellosis, a bacterial infection from animals, is a significant health concern in the UAE. Early diagnosis and effective triple therapy can lead to successful patient recovery and long-term remission.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
- Public Health
Background:
- Brucellosis is a worldwide zoonotic disease caused by aerobic Gram-negative coccobacilli.
- Consumption of unpasteurised milk and animal contact are primary transmission routes.
- The disease is hyperendemic in the Mediterranean and Arabian Peninsula, posing a significant health challenge in the UAE.
Observation:
- A 33-year-old male presented with non-specific symptoms.
- Blood cultures confirmed Brucella infection.
- Abdominal ultrasound revealed multiple splenic abscesses.
Findings:
- The patient received triple therapy for Brucellosis.
- Following treatment, the patient remained asymptomatic during a 2-year follow-up period.
- This case highlights the effectiveness of timely and appropriate treatment for Brucellosis.
Implications:
- Delayed diagnosis and treatment relapses contribute to Brucellosis treatment failure.
- Effective management strategies are crucial for reducing morbidity and mortality associated with Brucellosis.
- This case underscores the importance of prompt diagnosis and comprehensive treatment protocols for Brucellosis.
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