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Polymicrobial Extensor Tenosynovitis Including Mycobacterium chelonae Caused by a Dog Bite: A Case Report
Sayoko Minato1, Koji Sukegawa1, Kenji Onuma1
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kitasato University School of Medicine, Sagamihara-shi, Kanagawa, Japan.
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|February 5, 2021
Summary
Dog bites can lead to rare Mycobacterium chelonae infections. Prompt diagnosis with mycobacterial cultures and appropriate antibiotic treatment, like clarithromycin, are crucial for successful recovery.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Bacteriology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Dog bites can result in complex infections.
- Mycobacterium chelonae is an uncommon pathogen in post-bite infections.
- Delayed diagnosis and treatment can lead to severe complications.
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