Necrotizing Pneumonia Due To Rhodococcus Hoagii In A Patient With Advanced Retroviral Disease
Yi Lung Gan1, Chee Yik Chang1, Yuhin Karina Yusoff1
1Ministry of Health Malaysia.
Abstract:
Rhodococcus hoagii is a well-known zoonotic disease, especially in foals. Its occurrence in humans is uncommon and usually occurs in immunocompromised patients. We present a case of Rhodococcus hoagii infection resulting in necrotizing pneumonia in a patient with advanced retroviral disease who had defaulted treatment. Effective treatment of Rhodococcus hoagii infection requires a combination of antibiotics. We also highlighted the importance of effective communication between clinicians and microbiologists so that prompt treatment can be initiated to improve patient outcomes.
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