Vertebral osteomyelitis due to Bartonella henselae in adults: a report of 2 cases

Clin Infect Dis. 2002 Dec 15;35(12):e141-4. doi: 10.1086/344791. Epub 2002 Nov 20.

Abstract

We describe 2 adult patients (1 of whom was infected with human immunodeficiency virus) with osteomyelitis due to Bartonella henselae. Diagnosis was established on the basis of direct identification of the microorganism in one case and seroconversion in the other. Both patients recovered completely within 3 months.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Bartonella henselae*
  • Cat-Scratch Disease / microbiology*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Osteomyelitis / microbiology*
  • Spondylitis / microbiology*