Ecthyma Gangrenosum–Like Lesions Secondary to Methicillin‐Sensitive Staphylococcus aureus in an Immunocompetent Child

• DOI: 10.1111/pde.12699
• Publication Date: 2015-10-13T17:36:49Z
• Authors: Silvia S. Song; Catalina Matiz; Wynnis L. Tom; Antoanella Calame; Andrew C. Krakowski; Sheila F. Friedla...
• Keywords: Staphylococcus aureus; Infant; Anti-Bacterial Agents; 3. Good health; Diagnosis, Differential; Ecthyma; Methicillin; 03 medical and health sciences; 0302 clinical medicine; Humans; Female; Staphylococcal Skin Infections; Immunocompetence

Abstract We describe a previously healthy 15‐month‐old girl who developed ecthyma gangrenosum ( EG )–like lesions secondary to methicillin‐sensitive Staphylococcus aureus MSSA ). Her systemic symptoms and negative blood cultures suggested toxin‐mediated effects. When accompany such lesions, pathogens other than Pseudomonas aeruginosa should be considered.