Gonococcal Subcutaneous Abscess and Pyomyositis: A Case Report. (17th July 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Jitmuang, Anupop; Boonyasiri, Adhiratha; Keurueangkul, Nukool; Leelaporn, Amornrut; Leelarasamee, Amorn
• Other Names: Chierakul W. Academic Editor.; Falk L. Academic Editor.; Marangoni A. Academic Editor.; Walder G. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in infectious diseases. Volume 2012(2012)
• Publication Date: 2012-07-17
• Subjects: Communicable diseases -- Periodicals; Communicable diseases -- Case studies -- Periodicals; Communicable Diseases; Infectious Disease Medicine; Communicable diseases; Electronic journals; Periodicals; Case studies; Periodicals; 616.9
• DOI: 10.1155/2012/790478
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6625

Abstract

Abstract : Disseminated gonococcal infection (DGI) is an uncommon complication of Neisseria gonorrhoeae infection, its manifestation varies from a classic arthritis-dermatitis syndrome to uncommon pyogenic infections of several organs. Herein, we reported atypical presentation of DGI with subcutaneous abscess of right knee, pyomyositis of right lower extremity, and subsequently complicated by Escherichia coli pyomyositis. This infection responded to appropriate antimicrobial therapy and prompt surgical management with good clinical outcome.