Cutaneous Mycobacterium massiliense infection from tattooing: a common yet under-reported and persistent epidemic hazard for dermatologists.
BMJ Case Rep
; 20182018 Jan 12.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-29330276
ABSTRACT
Tattoo popularity continues to rise, with 3 in 10 Americans bearing at least one. Among tattoo complications, non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) has emerged as a global public health concern. NTM infections associated with tattooing of immunocompetent individuals have occurred as sporadic cases and community outbreaks. Water sources are considered the major pathogenic reservoirs. Tattoo-related inoculation has been linked to contamination of ink, either during the manufacturing process or during dilution of black ink using non-sterile water. NTM infections have also been documented in a number of cosmetic and surgical procedures, including cutaneous surgery, Mohs micrographic surgery, mesotherapy, liposuction and laser resurfacing. NTM inoculation through exposure to contaminated water or non-sterile instruments remains a challenge for dermatologists and risk to patients. We reported a case of cutaneous Mycobacterium massiliense infection following tattoo placement. This report underscores the importance of clinicians to consider NTM infections in the differential diagnosis of procedure-related reactions.
Key words
Full text:
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Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Tattooing
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Equipment Contamination
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Skin Diseases, Bacterial
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Mycobacterium abscessus
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Fresh Water
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Ink
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Leg
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Anti-Bacterial Agents
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Mycobacterium Infections, Nontuberculous
Country/Region as subject:
America do norte
Language:
En
Journal:
BMJ Case Rep
Year:
2018
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
United States