Abstract
Buruli ulcer is a necrotizing skin infection caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans. BU lesions may start with characteristic painlessness but most often, the typical presentations of the disease are characterized by large ulcers with undermined edges. If left untreated, BU lesions may result in extensive ulceration that can cover 15% of the body. Even though public sensitization and education have resulted in sufficient and improved knowledge about the etiology of the disease in Ghana, patients still report to health facilities with advanced forms of the disease.
Highlights
Buruli ulcer (BU), a neglected tropical disease, is caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans
The management of Buruli ulcer (BU) is increasingly becoming a challenge. This case report highlights an integrated approach comprising of clinical diagnosis, laboratory confirmation, antibiotic treatment, and wound management of four confirmed cases of Buruli ulcer diseases that were managed at the BU Ward of the Ga West Municipal Hospital
There is the need for longterm rehabilitation for those left with disabilities [23]. This observational, retrospective cohort study strategies an integrated case management approach of effective diagnosis, antibiotic therapy, wound care, surgical interventions, and/or physiotherapy in the healing outcomes among four Buruli ulcer patients that were seen at the Buruli Ward of Ga West Municipal Hospital (GWMH), Amasaman
Summary
Buruli ulcer (BU), a neglected tropical disease, is caused by Mycobacterium ulcerans. Conservative surgery, in particular, debridement and skin grafting remain a part of Buruli ulcer treatment This is because these procedures may be necessary in some cases to aid the healing of extensive ulcers (category II and III), thereby shortening the duration of hospitalization, and minimizing scarring that might limit movement [11]. There is the need for longterm rehabilitation for those left with disabilities [23] This observational, retrospective cohort study strategies an integrated case management approach of effective diagnosis, antibiotic therapy, wound care, surgical interventions, and/or physiotherapy in the healing outcomes among four Buruli ulcer patients that were seen at the Buruli Ward of Ga West Municipal Hospital (GWMH), Amasaman.
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