ABSTRACT
We explored in detail the nationwide existence of Mycobacterium riyadhense in Saudi Arabia. In 18 months, 12 new cases of M. riyadhense infection were observed, predominantly among Saudi nationals, as a cause of pulmonary disease. M. riyadhense may be emerging as a more common pathogen in Saudi Arabia.
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Lung Diseases/epidemiology , Nontuberculous Mycobacteria/genetics , RNA, Ribosomal, 16S/genetics , Adolescent , Adult , Aged , Aged, 80 and over , Antitubercular Agents/therapeutic use , Child , Female , Genotype , Humans , Lung Diseases/drug therapy , Lung Diseases/microbiology , Male , Middle Aged , Nontuberculous Mycobacteria/classification , Nontuberculous Mycobacteria/drug effects , Nontuberculous Mycobacteria/isolation & purification , Prospective Studies , Saudi Arabia/epidemiology , Sequence Analysis, DNA , Treatment OutcomeABSTRACT
Hydatid disease is one of the most geographically widespread zoonoses with substantial disease burden. In this report we are discussing an unusual case of intra-abdominal HD that was ongoing for 22 years despite two surgical interventions. Significant symptomatic relief was achieved within the first two months of combination therapy with albendazole and praziquantel. HD is still of public health concern in the Middle East that needs optimized care.
