Abdominal Actinomycosis with Abscesses and Splenic Perforation: Case Report

Ivanov I*, Tranchev L and Vladov N

Clinic of Hepatic, Pancreatic Surgery and Transplantology Military Medical Academy, Bulgaria

^*Correspondance to: Ivanov I 

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Abstract:

Actinomycosis is a long-lasting, granulomatous infection caused by anaerobic, Gram-positive bacteria belonging to the genus Actinomyces, with Actinomyces israelii being the most prevalent. This condition is marked by a gradual and progressive infiltration of tissues, resulting in the development of abscesses and fistulas that can cross anatomical boundaries.

Keywords:

 Actinomycosis; Granulomatous infection; Gram-positive bacteria

Cite the Article:

Ivanov I, Tranchev L, Vladov N. Abdominal Actinomycosis with  Abscesses and Splenic Perforation: Case Report. Clin Case Rep Int. 2025;9: 1740.