ATYPICAL MYCOBACTERIAL INFECTIONS OF HAND Flashcards
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Atypical mycobacterial infection definition
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Nontuberculous mycobacterial infection
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Main demographic group for atypical mycobacterial infections of hand
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Marine workers
3
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Main risk factor for atypical mycobacterial infections
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Immunocompromised states
4
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Most common atypical mycobacterial infection of hand
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Mycobacterium marinum
Found in stagnant fresh water and salt water
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Main clinical feature with atypical mycobacterial infections
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Rash with nodules, papules or ulcers
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Diagnosis of atypical mycobacterial infections
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Culture in Lowenstein-Jensen (LJ) agar
Granulomas may or may not contain AFB
