Chun-Hsun Liao, Tzong-Yow Wu, Yen-Liang Lin, Wang-Da Liu, Jann-Tay Wang, Jin-Shing Chen, Yi-Lwun Ho
Actinomycosis is an uncommon infection caused by Actinomyces species, and the diagnosis is often challenging owing to low prevalence and diverse clinical manifestations. Pericardial involvement of actinomycosis is particularly rare. Here, we present a case of a 79-year-old man who initially complained of exertional dyspnea, orthopnea, and decreased urine amount. There was no fever, chest pain, or productive cough. Physical examination was remarkable for decreased breath sounds at the left lower lung field. Poor dental hygiene and a firm, well-defined mass without discharge over the hard palate were noted...
January 30, 2024: American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene