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Anaerobic botryomycosis

D Schlossberg, G E Keeney, L J Lifton

    Journal of Clinical Microbiology
    |February 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Botryomycosis of the liver, a rare infection, occurred in a patient on corticosteroid therapy. Propionibacterium acnes caused the infection, which was successfully treated with medication, leaving the patient asymptomatic.

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    Area of Science:

    • Hepatology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Microbiology

    Background:

    • Corticosteroid therapy can predispose patients to opportunistic infections.
    • Botryomycosis is a rare, chronic bacterial infection.
    • Liver involvement in botryomycosis is uncommon.

    Observation:

    • A patient undergoing corticosteroid therapy developed botryomycosis of the liver.
    • The causative agent was identified as Propionibacterium acnes.
    • Propionibacterium acnes demonstrated anaerobic growth characteristics.

    Findings:

    • Successful medical treatment of hepatic botryomycosis caused by Propionibacterium acnes.
    • Resolution of infection and asymptomatic recovery following treatment.
    • Demonstration of anaerobic growth requirement for Propionibacterium acnes in vivo.

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    Implications:

    • Highlights the importance of considering rare infections in immunocompromised patients.
    • Underscores Propionibacterium acnes as a potential pathogen in hepatic infections.
    • Suggests effective medical management strategies for botryomycosis.