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Title: Mycobacterium fortuitum infection following treatment of a ganglion cyst: case report and literature review. Author: Maher DP. Journal: Orthop Rev; 1989 Nov; 18(11):1193-6. PubMed ID: 2812864. Abstract: Mycobacterium fortuitum infections in the hand and upper extremity are uncommon. Most previously reported cases have been secondary to trauma. A case of extensor tenosynovitis due to M fortuitum following treatment for a wrist ganglion is discussed here. The presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of M fortuitum infections are reviewed.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]