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[Proteus mirabilis septic arthritis]

Mohammed Sbiti1,2, Bahia Bouhamidi3, Lhoussaine Louzi1,4

  • 1Service de Microbiologie, Hôpital Militaire Moulay Ismail Meknès, Maroc.

The Pan African Medical Journal
|July 5, 2017
PubMed

Insights

Acute septic arthritis, though rare, carries a high risk. Early diagnosis and antibiotic treatment of Proteus mirabilis septic arthritis are crucial for favorable outcomes and preventing long-term complications.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Rheumatology
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Septic arthritis is a severe joint infection with significant mortality and morbidity risks.
  • Proteus mirabilis septic arthritis is an uncommon presentation requiring specific clinical attention.

Observation:

  • A 61-year-old male with complicated diabetes developed spontaneous Proteus mirabilis septic arthritis.
  • The patient presented with positive blood and synovial fluid cultures, indicating systemic infection.

Findings:

  • Prompt diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic therapy led to a favorable clinical outcome.
  • Literature review highlighted risk factors, pathogenesis, and treatment strategies for Proteus mirabilis septic arthritis.
  • Microbiological analysis, including synovial fluid culture and antibiogram, is key for guiding therapy.

Implications:

  • Early recognition and management of septic arthritis are essential for complete healing and avoiding sequelae.
  • This case underscores the importance of considering rare pathogens in septic arthritis, especially in immunocompromised patients.
  • Effective antibiotic stewardship based on microbiological data is vital for successful treatment.
Keywords:
Proteus mirabilisSeptic arthritisrisk factors

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