Tropical pyomyositis: an update.
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Abstract
Tropical pyomyositis (TP) is a life-threatening bacterial infection of the skeletal muscle that occurs particularly among children, young adults, and those with immunocompromised conditions. The appropriate diagnosis and treatment are often delayed due to its non-specific signs, leading to fatal consequences. Staphylococcus aureus, especially methicillin-susceptible S. aureus, is responsible for most TP cases. However, other bacteria (i.e. streptococci, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella spp, Candida spp., Mycobacterium spp.) have been reported. This narrative review provides an update on the epidemiology and clinical course of TP. A special focus is laid on the role of toxins (i.e. Panton-Valentine Leukocidin and α-toxin) in the pathogenesis of TP and their implication for the clinical management of infection.
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| Authors | Shittu, Adebayo;Deinhardt-Emmer, Stefanie;Vas Nunes, Jonathan;Niemann, Silke;Grobusch, Martin P;Schaumburg, Frieder; |
| Journal | Tropical medicine & international health : TM & IH |
| Year | 2020 |
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10.1111/tmi.13395
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