Case report 687. Disseminated Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare osteomyelitis

We present a patient with disseminated MAI osteomyelitis with no evidence of underlying disease or immune failure. Disseminated MAI is rare in the immunocompetent host and closely simulates malignant disease. Delayed cultures are required for precise diagnosis and optimal treatment.

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Published in:Skeletal radiology 1991, Vol.20 (6), p.458-462
Main Authors: Kwong, J S, Munk, P L, Connell, D G, Gianoulis, M E
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Diagnostic Imaging
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare Infection - diagnosis
Osteomyelitis - diagnosis
Osteomyelitis - microbiology
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Summary:We present a patient with disseminated MAI osteomyelitis with no evidence of underlying disease or immune failure. Disseminated MAI is rare in the immunocompetent host and closely simulates malignant disease. Delayed cultures are required for precise diagnosis and optimal treatment.
ISSN:0364-2348