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June 12, 2026The Journal of Infection in Developing CountriesOpen Access

Mycetoma caused by Streptomyces sudanensis

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MMMaria Alessandra MattioliFondazione IRCCS Ca' Granda Ospedale Maggiore PoliclinicoÉCÉlisa CinottiUniversity of SienaPRPietro RubegniOspedale Santa Maria alle Scotte

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Implication

Case presentation shows effective gentamicin treatment for mycetoma in an adult male patient, suggesting pulsed therapy may prevent resistance.

Key Points

  • The aim is to discuss the case of mycetoma caused by Streptomyces sudanensis and the efficacy of gentamicin treatment.
  • Adult male patient presented with mycetoma on the foot caused by Streptomyces sudanensis.
  • Treated with intravenous gentamicin (80 mg/day) over six-week cycles with three-week breaks.
  • Completed eight courses of treatment, ongoing regimen.
  • Patient continues treatment; potential for pulsed therapy to prevent antibiotic resistance.

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Mattioli et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2ba1438101cf8926f00c98https://doi.org/10.3855/jidc.21134
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