Salmonella typhi rib osteomyelitis with abscess mimicking a ′cold abscess′

Abstract

Salmonella enterica serovar typhi (Salmonella typhi) causing typhoid fever is common in many parts of the world particularly in developing countries. Extra-intestinal manifestations such as osteomyelitis are rare in immunocompetent individuals. We report a case of Salmonella typhi osteomyelitis of a rib with overlying abscess mimicking a ′cold abscess′, treatment outcomes and discuss relevant literature.

Keywords

• Cold abscess
• Osteomyelitis
• Salmonella enterica serovar typhi