Global Journal of Biology, Agriculture & Health Sciences

Abstract

Septic arthritis caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei

Anil Malhotra & Sujit K. Bhattacharya

Introduction: Melioidosis is caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei. Septic arthritis is rare but well-recognized manifestation of this disease. Case presentation: We report a case of Melioidosis presenting with septic arthritis. The patient responded well to prolonged treatment with intravenous/oral antibiotic and recovered. Conclusion: It is important to keep in mind Melioidosis as a rare, but curable cause of septic arthritis.

Published Date: 2015-03-05;