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Andreas Forsvall1, Magnus Wagenius1, Magnus Rasmussen1
1Lund University, Medical Faculty, Department for Clinical Sciences Lund, Division of Infection Medicine, Lund, Sweden.
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|August 2, 2019
Summary
Aerococcus urinae, a bacterium, can cause severe invasive infections, particularly in older men with underlying health conditions. This case highlights its potential to cause serious soft tissue infections, such as a peri-penile abscess, in susceptible individuals.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
Background:
- Aerococcus urinae is a known pathogen that can cause urinary tract infections.
- Invasive infections are more common in elderly males with comorbidities.
Observation:
- An 80-year-old male with multiple comorbidities presented with a peri-penile abscess and signs of severe infection.
- Aerococcus urinae was isolated in pure culture from the abscess upon incision.
Findings:
- The patient's peri-penile abscess was successfully treated with a combination of surgical drainage and antimicrobial therapy.
- This case confirms Aerococcus urinae as a causative agent of severe soft tissue infections.
Implications:
- Healthcare providers should consider Aerococcus urinae in the differential diagnosis of severe soft tissue infections in predisposed individuals.
- Prompt diagnosis and appropriate treatment, including drainage and antimicrobials, are crucial for managing Aerococcus urinae infections.
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