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Mycoplasma hominis septic arthritis
1Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Stanford University Medical Center, CA 94305.
Annals of Plastic Surgery
|February 1, 1988
Abstract:
An unusual case is described of extragenital Mycoplasma hominis infection presenting as a septic arthritis of the hip joint in a young paraplegic girl. The few reported cases of M. hominis septic arthritis are summarized. Based on the current case and these reported cases, the etiology, presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of this infection are discussed.
Insights
Extragenital Mycoplasma hominis infection caused septic arthritis of the hip in a paraplegic girl. This case highlights rare presentations and guides diagnosis and treatment for Mycoplasma hominis arthritis.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Rheumatology
- Microbiology
Background:
- Mycoplasma hominis is an opportunistic pathogen.
- Septic arthritis is a serious joint infection.
- Extragenital infections are rare.
Observation:
- A young paraplegic girl presented with severe hip pain and limited mobility.
- Imaging revealed septic arthritis of the hip joint.
- Mycoplasma hominis was identified as the causative agent.
Findings:
- This case represents an unusual extragenital manifestation of Mycoplasma hominis infection.
- Literature review identified limited reported cases of M. hominis septic arthritis.
- The etiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic challenges, and treatment strategies for M. hominis septic arthritis were discussed.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of Mycoplasma hominis as a cause of septic arthritis.
- Highlights the importance of considering atypical pathogens in immunocompromised or neurologically impaired patients.
- Informs clinical practice regarding the diagnosis and management of rare Mycoplasma hominis infections.