Primitive breast localisation of Buruli ulcer in an endemic zone: a rare case

Primitive breast localisation of Buruli ulcer in an endemic zone: a rare case

A case of Buruli ulcer with primitive breast localisation with evident epidemiological and clinical aspects is reported. This localisation is exceptional; the differential diagnosis with breast cancer is essential. If diagnosed early, it can be cured with surgery, broad-spectrum antibiotherapy and t...

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Veröffentlicht in:Clinical and experimental obstetrics & gynecology 2009, Vol.36 (4), p.265-267
Hauptverfasser: N'Guessan, K, Guié, P, Iovenitti, P, Carta, G, Loue, V, Angoi, V
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Sprache:eng
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Adult
Breast Diseases - microbiology
Buruli Ulcer - diagnosis
Buruli Ulcer - epidemiology
Buruli Ulcer - surgery
Cote d'Ivoire - epidemiology
Endemic Diseases
Female
Humans
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Zusammenfassung:A case of Buruli ulcer with primitive breast localisation with evident epidemiological and clinical aspects is reported. This localisation is exceptional; the differential diagnosis with breast cancer is essential. If diagnosed early, it can be cured with surgery, broad-spectrum antibiotherapy and thermotherapy.
ISSN:0390-6663