Post-traumatic skin and soft tissue infection due to Aeromonas hydrophila
2011
Post-traumatic Skin Infection from Aeromonas hydrophila
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Behera Bijayini, Bhoriwal Sandeep, Mathur Purva, Sagar Sushma, Singhal Maneesh, Misra M. C.
Primary Institution: All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
Conclusion
The patient successfully recovered from a post-traumatic skin and soft tissue infection caused by Aeromonas hydrophila after treatment.
Supporting Evidence
- Aeromonas hydrophila is commonly associated with human infections, particularly after trauma.
- The patient had a lacerated wound and developed a post-traumatic infection.
- Thorough drainage and debridement were performed to treat the infection.
- The patient was treated with intravenous antibiotics and had a satisfactory recovery.
Takeaway
A woman got a bad infection in her leg after being hit by a water tanker, but doctors helped her get better with surgery and antibiotics.
Methodology
The patient underwent thorough drainage, debridement, and was treated with intravenous antibiotics.
Participant Demographics
A 40-year-old female patient.
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