Low yield of blood and wound cultures in patients with skin and soft‐tissue infections
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ajem.2017.05.039
Abstract: Background Current guidelines recommend blood cultures in skin and soft‐tissue infection (SSTI) patients only with signs of systemic toxicity and wound cultures for severe purulent infections. Our objectives were to determine: 1) blood and wound… read more here.
Keywords: skin soft; wound cultures; blood cultures; blood wound ... See more keywords
Extensive Cutaneous Botryomycosis With Subsequent Development of Nocardia-Positive Wound Cultures
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DOI: 10.1177/1203475418755762
Abstract: Botryomycosis is a rare, chronic granulomatous infection caused by a response to bacteria, most commonly Staphylococcus aureus. Cutaneous manifestations, such as subcutaneous nodules, nonhealing ulcers, or sinus tracks, typically occur following inoculation of bacteria after… read more here.
Keywords: botryomycosis; wound cultures; wound; positive wound ... See more keywords