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[Subacute Acetabular Osteomyelitis Caused by Proteus Mirabilis. A Case Study].
Sabit Sllamniku1, Lul Raka2, Emir Q Haxhija3
1Orthopedic Department, University Clinical Center of Kosovo, Prishtina, Kosovo.
Ortopedia, Traumatologia, Rehabilitacja
|November 1, 2017
Summary
This case report details a rare instance of subacute acetabular osteomyelitis in a child caused by Proteus mirabilis. Prompt diagnosis and antibiotic treatment following biopsy were crucial for successful recovery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
Background:
- Subacute acetabular osteomyelitis is an uncommon bone infection, often challenging to diagnose due to its deep-seated nature.
- Staphylococcus aureus is the typical pathogen, while Proteus species are infrequent causes of this condition.
Observation:
- A 12-year-old boy presented with subacute acetabular osteomyelitis.
- The infection was caused by Proteus mirabilis, an unusual causative agent for this condition, occurring without preceding trauma or predisposing factors.
Findings:
- Local biopsy confirmed Proteus mirabilis as the etiologic agent, highlighting its role in rare osteomyelitis cases.
- The patient received successful treatment with antibiotics, emphasizing the importance of targeted therapy.
Implications:
- This case underscores that Proteus mirabilis can cause subacute acetabular osteomyelitis even in healthy individuals.
- Accurate diagnosis relies on biopsy and susceptibility testing before initiating antibiotic therapy for bone infections.
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