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Listeria monocytogenes septic arthritis
American Journal of Clinical Pathology
|January 1, 1980
Summary
Listeria monocytogenes, a bacterium, caused septic arthritis in a diabetic patient. The infection spread from the bloodstream to the ankle joint fluid.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Rheumatology
- Microbiology
Background:
- Septic arthritis is a serious joint infection that can lead to rapid joint destruction.
- Diabetes mellitus is a common comorbidity associated with an increased risk of infections.
Observation:
- A diabetic patient presented with symptoms suggestive of septic arthritis.
- The affected joint was the ankle.
Findings:
- Listeria monocytogenes was identified as the causative pathogen.
- The bacterium was isolated from both the patient's blood and synovial fluid.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for Listeria monocytogenes to cause septic arthritis, particularly in immunocompromised individuals like diabetics.
- Prompt diagnosis and appropriate antimicrobial therapy are crucial for managing Listeria-induced septic arthritis to prevent long-term joint damage.