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Tuberculous psoas abscess

R A Harrigan¹, F H Kauffman, M B Love

¹Emergency Medical Services, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA 19140, USA.

The Journal of Emergency Medicine

|July 1, 1995

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis is a rare cause of psoas abscess, with nontuberculous bacteria being more common. However, a resurgence in tuberculosis necessitates its consideration in diagnosing psoas abscesses.

Area of Science:

Infectious Diseases
Microbiology
Public Health

Background:

Psoas abscesses are typically caused by nontuberculous bacteria, often secondary to intraabdominal infections.
Historically, Mycobacterium tuberculosis was a significant cause, but it has become increasingly rare.

Observation:

A case of tuberculous psoas abscess in an HIV-negative male is presented.
The subtle presentation of psoas abscess requires careful clinical recognition.

Findings:

While nontuberculous bacterial infections dominate psoas abscess etiology, the rising incidence of tuberculosis suggests a potential shift.
Tuberculous psoas abscess shares similarities but also presents distinct differences compared to nontuberculous forms.

Implications:

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Emergency physicians must include tuberculosis in the differential diagnosis for psoas abscesses.
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This case highlights the importance of considering tuberculosis in infectious disease workups.