Cutaneous infection with Mycobacterium fortuitum: an unusual presentation.

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2008-10-01
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Cutaneous infection with rapidly growing mycobacteria is uncommon and its diagnosis can be missed unless there is strong clinical suspicion coupled with microbiological confirmation. We report a case of localized recurrent soft tissue swelling of the foot by Mycobacterium fortuitum in a healthy adult male. The case is being reported for its uncommon clinical presentation and the associated etiological agent. The patient recovered completely following therapy with amikacin and clarithromycin.
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Sarma S, Thakur R. Cutaneous infection with Mycobacterium fortuitum: an unusual presentation. Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology. 2008 Oct-Dec; 26(4): 388-90
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https://imsear.searo.who.int/handle/123456789/53670
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