Mycobacterium Marinum: a Rare Cause of Chronic Lymphocutaneous Syndrome

Overview

Journal Eur J Pediatr

Specialty Pediatrics

Date 2018 Feb 8

PMID 29411142

Citations 1

Authors

Liad Avneri

Tal Eidlitz-Markus

Meirav Mor

Avraham Zeharia

Jacob Amir

Yishai Haimi-Cohen

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Abstract

Conclusion: A detailed history, specifically regarding exposure to spring water sources, in cases of lymphocutaneous syndrome can point to the diagnosis of M. marinum infection. What is Known: • M. marinum can cause chronic nodular or ulcerative skin infections. • Lymphadenitis due to M. marinum has rarely been reported. What is New: • M. marinum infection can present as isolated chronic lymphadenitis; it accounts for about 2.4% of all cases of nontuberculous mycobacterial lymphadenitis and it tends to occur in noncervicofacial regions relative to infections of other nontuberculous mycobacterial species. • Careful history taking including water source exposure, especially in association with skin trauma, can point to the correct diagnosis in children with chronic lymphadenitis.

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