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Findings that shed new light on the possible pathogenesis of a disease or an adverse effect
Community-acquired methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus: a new aetiological agent of prostatic abscess
Summary
Prostatic abscess is rare. Its potentially serious course requires a high level of clinical suspicion and prompt and effective treatment. The causative germs are usually either enterobacteria or Enterococcus. The authors highlight the importance of considering epidemiological and clinical aspects in the early diagnosis and treatment. Prostatic abscess due to community-acquired methicillin resistant Staphylococcus has three typical characteristics: skin entry point, periprostatic compromise, and anaemia and low prothrombin.