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"Miliary" actinomycosis

M S Fisher

    Journal of the Canadian Association of Radiologists
    |June 1, 1980
    PubMed
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    Disseminated actinomycosis, a rare infection, can spread through the bloodstream to the lungs. This case highlights a fatal pelvic actinomycosis linked to an intrauterine device.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Microbiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Gynecology

    Background:

    • Actinomycosis is a bacterial infection typically caused by *Actinomyces israelii*.
    • Disseminated actinomycosis, especially with hematogenous pulmonary spread, is exceptionally uncommon.
    • Pelvic actinomycosis is often associated with intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD) use.

    Observation:

    • A rare case of disseminated actinomycosis is presented.
    • The primary infection originated in the pelvis.
    • The patient was a woman utilizing an intrauterine contraceptive device.

    Findings:

    • The infection demonstrated hematogenous spread to the lungs.
    • The case resulted in a fatal outcome.
    • The intrauterine contraceptive device was identified as a potential predisposing factor.

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    Implications:

    • This case underscores the potential for severe, disseminated actinomycosis even with localized pelvic infections.
    • It highlights the importance of considering actinomycosis in the differential diagnosis of pelvic infections, particularly in women using IUCDs.
    • Further research may be warranted to elucidate the precise mechanisms of IUCD-associated pelvic actinomycosis and its hematogenous dissemination.