Pyomyositis in the United States 2002-2014

Primary or tropical pyomyositis is a bacterial infection of skeletal muscle that arises from hematogenous seeding rather than from contiguous infection of an adjacent site. It can lead to abscess formation, sepsis, and other infectious complications if not adequately treated1. Pyomyositis was first recognized in tropical regions of the world in otherwise healthy young men following physical exertion or non-penetrating trauma2 –4. Primary pyomyositis must be suspected clinically based on history and physical examination suggesting muscle inflammation and symptoms of infection.
Source: Journal of Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Source Type: research