Abstract
Introduction: Rhodococcus equi, previously called Corynebacterium equi, is known to cause pneumonia in foals and swine. Although it was known to cause infection rarely in humans, R equi infection in humans has increased with the advent of HIV and increased use of immunosuppressants. Case: We report a case of a 48-year-old male patient with newly diagnosed HIV/AIDS presenting with recurrent R equi bacteremia, pericardial effusion, and pericardial cyst. The infection was treated with drainage of the pericardial effusion and cyst and 2 weeks of intravenous vancomycin and 6 months of oral azithromycin and levofloxacin. Discussion: Rhodococcus equi causes pericarditis and pericardial effusion. It can be effectively treated with debridement, drainage, and a prolonged course of antibiotics. In vitro antibiotic susceptibility should be checked as resistance to antibiotics can develop, especially if drainage is inadequate.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 309-312 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of the International Association of Providers of AIDS Care |
Volume | 13 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2014 |
Keywords
- HIV/AIDS
- Pericarditis
- Rhodococcus equi
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Immunology
- Dermatology
- Infectious Diseases