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Cutaneous infection with Mycobacterium gordonae.

P McIntyre, Z Blacklock, J G McCormack

    The Journal of Infection
    |January 1, 1987
    PubMed
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    Mycobacterium gordonae can cause skin infections, challenging its non-pathogenic classification. Empirical treatment with amikacin, ethambutol, rifampicin, and co-trimoxazole is recommended pending susceptibility testing.

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    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Dermatology

    Background:

    • Mycobacterium gordonae, a scotochromogenic mycobacterium, is typically considered non-pathogenic.
    • Extrapulmonary infections caused by M. gordonae are rare, with limited understanding of its pathogenic potential.

    Observation:

    • A case of cutaneous infection with M. gordonae is presented.
    • A review of other reported extrapulmonary infections caused by this organism is included.

    Findings:

    • This case confirms the pathogenic potential of M. gordonae in causing cutaneous disease.
    • M. gordonae should be recognized as a potential pathogen among scotochromogens.
    • Traditional antituberculous therapies may have limited efficacy against M. gordonae infections.

    Implications:

    • Antimicrobial susceptibility testing is crucial for M. gordonae isolates.
    • Empirical therapy with amikacin, ethambutol, rifampicin, and co-trimoxazole is suggested pending susceptibility results.
    • Clinical awareness and diagnostic evaluation for M. gordonae infections should be enhanced.

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