Abstract
Background: Methicillin resistant 'Staphylococcus aureus' (MRSA) infection has classically been associated with institutional health care settings such as hospitals and nursing homes. Objective: This article presents a case of community acquired MRSA infection resulting in severe osteomyelitis of the humerus, followed by a brief discussion and literature review. Discussion: Over the past few years, more community acquired cases of MRSA have occurred. Methicillin resistant 'S. aureus' usually infects skin and soft tissue. Occasionally, a life threatening infection occurs involving the blood, lungs, heart and bone.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 521-523 |
| Journal | Australian Family Physician |
| Volume | 38 |
| Issue number | 7 |
| Publication status | Published - 2009 |
| Externally published | Yes |
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This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being
Keywords
- Medical Bacteriology
- Medical Infection Agents (incl Prions)
- Medical and Health Sciences
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