Abstract |
We present a report of a case of retroperitoneal actinomycosis 3 years after appendectomy for a ruptured appendix. Actinomycosis is an unusual infectious disease that occasionally occurs after enteric perforation. The literature is reviewed, and the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment are discussed.
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Authors | T A Castillenti, C R Conklin |
Journal | The Journal of the American Osteopathic Association
(J Am Osteopath Assoc)
Vol. 90
Issue 3
Pg. 269-73
(Mar 1990)
ISSN: 0098-6151 [Print] United States |
PMID | 2318682
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article)
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Chemical References |
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Topics |
- Actinomycosis
(drug therapy, etiology, pathology)
- Adult
- Appendectomy
- Appendicitis
(complications, surgery)
- Female
- Humans
- Penicillins
(therapeutic use)
- Rupture, Spontaneous
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