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An Unusual Case of Melioidosis with Psoas Abscess
Journal: Global Journal of Medical and Clinical Case Reports (Vol.4, No. 1)Publication Date: 2017-03-02
Authors : Prijesh Janardanan PC Easaw; Abdul Rahiman;
Page : 015-017
Keywords : Melioidosis; Burkholderia pseudomallei; Psoas abscess; FU;
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Abstract
Melioidosis is an infection caused by a gram negative bacterium .We report a case of FUO which upon investigation revealed muscle abscess and subsequent pus culture revealed melioidosis. This case is reported since melioidosis can often mimic other diseases and in rare instances present with psoas abscess.
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