Publications by authors named "Evelyn Heigh-Rosen"
J Am Podiatr Med Assoc
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Mycobacterium abscessus complex (MAbc) is a fast-growing bacterium that increasingly causes skin infections, and this report emphasizes the need for heightened awareness among healthcare professionals about its atypical presentations.
- A case study of a 69-year-old woman with an immune deficiency showed a unique presentation of a non-healing ulcer after an insect bite, which was misdiagnosed initially, and upon further investigation revealed MAbc.
- Despite prompt initiation of treatment based on culture results, the patient unfortunately died before therapy could be adjusted, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and treatment of MAbc in chronic, unresponsive wounds.
