Nocardia brasiliensis primary pulmonary nocardiosis with subcutaneous involvement in an immunocompetent patient.
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2011-01
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This is a report of an unusual case of Nocardia brasiliensis causing primary pulmonary nocardiosis with disseminated subcutaneous lesions in an immunocompetent patient. This case highlights the importance of considering nocardiosis as a differential diagnosis in patients with pulmonary and cutaneous lesions and the need for vigorous management for complete cure.
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Immunocompetent, Nocardia brasiliensis, pulmonary
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Amatya R, Koirala R, Khanal B, Dhakal S S. Nocardia brasiliensis primary pulmonary nocardiosis with subcutaneous involvement in an immunocompetent patient. Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology. 2011 Jan-Mar; 29(1): 68-70.