Infection of a shunt by Mycobacterium fortuitum: case report.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Mycobacterium fortuitum is a rare cause of central nervous system infection; however, shunt infection caused by this organism has not been reported. We report a case of shunt infection subsequent to insertion of a ventriculoatrial shunt for obstructive hydrocephalus caused by a cerebellar hematoma. The shunt infection was controlled by removal of the shunt and a combination of systemic and intraventricular administration of amikacin, and oral administration of ofloxacin. The case is discussed and the pertinent literature reviewed.
Medical subject headings
- Cerebrospinal Fluid Shunts
- Mycobacterium Infections, Nontuberculous