Co-infection by Streptococcus anginosus and Mycobacterium tuberculosis: three case reports
2009
Co-infection by Streptococcus anginosus and Mycobacterium tuberculosis: three case reports
Sample size: 3
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Rabuñal Ramón, Corredoira Juan, Monte Rafael, Coira Amparo
Primary Institution: Complexo Hospitalario Xeral-Calde, Severo Ochoa, Lugo, Spain
Conclusion
In areas with high tuberculosis prevalence, dual infection with Streptococcus anginosus and Mycobacterium tuberculosis should be considered.
Supporting Evidence
- The simultaneous appearance of tuberculosis and bacterial infection is rare.
- All three patients were initially misdiagnosed with pyogenic abscesses.
- Streptococcus anginosus was isolated in pure culture from all patients.
Takeaway
Sometimes, people can get two infections at the same time, like a bacteria and a virus, which can make them very sick.
Methodology
Case reports of three patients with dual infections were analyzed.
Limitations
The study is based on only three case reports, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
Three patients: one 40-year-old man, one 68-year-old woman, and one 70-year-old woman.
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