Primary Actinomycosis in the breast caused by Actinomyces neuii. A report of 2 cases. (2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Leenstra, B.S.; Schaap, C.C.M.; Bessems, M.; Renders, N.H.M.; Bosscha, K.
• Is Part Of: IDCases. Volume 8(2017)
• Page Start: 70
• Page End: 72
• Publication Date: 2017
• Subjects: Communicable diseases -- Periodicals; Communicable Diseases -- Case Reports; Communicable Diseases -- Periodicals; Communicable diseases; Periodicals; 616.9
• DOI: 10.1016/j.idcr.2017.03.014
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2214-2509

Abstract

Abstract: Actinomycosis is a slowly progressive infection caused by anaerobic bacteria, primarily from the genus Actinomyces . Primary actinomycosis of the breast is rare and presents as a mass like density which can mimic malignancy. Mammography, ultrasonography and histopathologic examination is required for diagnosis. Treatment should consist of high doses of antibacterials for a prolonged period of time and possibly surgical drainage. Primary actinomycosis infections are commonly caused by A. israelii . Actinomyces neuii is a less common cause of classical actinomycosis. We present two cases of primary actinomycosis of the breast in two female patients caused by A. neuii.