Melioidosis: A Retrospective Review of Orthopaedic Manifestations
Journal Title: Malaysian Orthopaedic Journal - Year 2009, Vol 3, Issue 1
Abstract
Melioidosis is an infectious disease which is associated with high rate of mortality. We reviewed 33 patients treated in our hospital over a period of 14 months. About half (55%) of these patient presented with one focus of infection while the rest had multifocal infections. 81% require drainage of abscess or arthrotomy. Four patients (12%) died as a result of septicaemia and the rate is lower than those reported in literature. We conclude that mortality of melioidosis can reduce with early diagnosis followed by appropriate and prolonged antibiotic therapy.
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S Ahmad, L Azura, MY Aziz
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