Pyomyositis during induction chemotherapy for acute lymphoblastic leukemia

J Chin Med Assoc. 2006 Apr;69(4):184-8. doi: 10.1016/S1726-4901(09)70203-5.

Abstract

Herein, we report on the correct diagnosis and effective treatment procedures for pyomyositis, a very rare complication that remains a diagnostic challenge in children being treated for acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). We report the case of a 10-year-old girl suffering from pyomyositis with ALL. Correct diagnosis is usually delayed because the initial symptom of pyomyositis, usually local pain, is similar to the common side effect of vincristine, a drug necessary for ALL induction therapy. We summarize the procedures taken to reach a timely diagnosis and therapeutic success.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Abscess / etiology*
  • Antineoplastic Combined Chemotherapy Protocols / adverse effects*
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Muscular Diseases / etiology*
  • Precursor Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma / complications
  • Precursor Cell Lymphoblastic Leukemia-Lymphoma / drug therapy*
  • Staphylococcal Infections / etiology