Salmonella Typhi sternoclavicular abscess with osteomyelitis —a rare case report

We present a case of Salmonella osteomyelitis and discuss the importance of microbiological diagnosis of osteomyelitis in diagnosing unusual pathogens from unusual sites. This case report is unique due to its site and difference in clinical presentation. The difference in presentation in an elderly immunocompetent male with no major comorbidities was different from other reported cases. Our patient was successfully managed with surgical debridement followed by a series of vacuum dressings and intravenous antibiotics for 6  weeks.
Source: Indian Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research