Actinomycetoma-the welsh regimen in a rural Indian scenario

Indian J Surg. 2012 Dec;74(6):480-2. doi: 10.1007/s12262-012-0481-0. Epub 2012 May 1.

Abstract

We describe a case of Actinomycetoma foot which presented to us after 3yrs of onset of symptoms.We have attempted a chemotherapeutic treatment regime and are reporting the healing changes that have taken place radiologically and macroscopically. A review of literature has been done of various treatment regimens used for Actinomycetoma foot and used and their practical applications in rural hospital.

Keywords: Actinomycetoma; Actinomycosis; Fungal infection; Madhura foot.

Publication types

  • Review