amoxicillin-potassium-clavulanate-combination and Rupture--Spontaneous

One of the most dreaded complications after cochlear implantation is infection. These infections are a challenge due to lack of any data regarding optimal methods of investigation and management. More often than not, these patients have to undergo explantation and revision surgery. This paper presents a case report and literature review which focuses on the role of antibiotics and the need for early explantation in most biofilm-related infections of cochlear implants.

Topics: Administration, Oral; Amoxicillin-Potassium Clavulanate Combination; Anti-Bacterial Agents; Biofilms; Child, Preschool; Cochlear Implants; Device Removal; Humans; Infusions, Intravenous; Male; Prosthesis-Related Infections; Recurrence; Reoperation; Rifampin; Rupture, Spontaneous; Staphylococcal Infections; Surgical Flaps; Tomography, X-Ray Computed

Appendicitis is a common cause of acute abdominal pain in children and is treated by an open or laparoscopic appendicectomy. Well documented post-operative complications include wound infection, intra-abdominal collection, and adhesional bowel obstruction. We present the rare case of right sacro-iliitis and iliac bone osteomyelitis in a 13 year old boy following an open appendicectomy for a perforated appendicitis.

Topics: Adolescent; Amoxicillin-Potassium Clavulanate Combination; Anti-Bacterial Agents; Appendectomy; Appendicitis; Ascitic Fluid; Ciprofloxacin; Clindamycin; Gram-Negative Bacteria; Humans; Laparotomy; Magnetic Resonance Imaging; Male; Metronidazole; Osteomyelitis; Rifampin; Rupture, Spontaneous; Sacroiliitis