Rhizobium radiobacter pleurisy in a girl: a case report

Journal of Medical Case Reports 2026 Open access

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Authors: Aimé Césaire Kalambry, Bourama Kané, Séydou Traoré, Luka Diarra, Amadou Sidibé, Djènèba Sidibé, Fadima Sogoba, Tahirou Dembélé, Kadia Dembélé, Korotoumou Wélé Diallo, Aboubacar Sangaré, Hibrahima Diallo
+10 more Boubacar Mami Touré, Ibrahima Keita, Yaya Traoré, Mady Niakaté, Halidou Moussa Koné, Diarra Aboudou, Abdoulaye Dabo, Mamadou Diallo, Yaya Goïta, Dramé Boubacar
DOI: 10.1186/s13256-026-05850-1
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References: 15

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Rhizobium radiobacter is an opportunistic pathogen found in soil. It can cause infections in adults and children. In children, it is most often associated with peritonitis or systemic infections. CASE PRESENTATION: We report a rare case of pleural infection with Rhizobium radiobacter. The patient was a 4-year-old girl of Malian origin. She weighed 12 kg and was 95 cm tall. She was immunocompetent, wore no medical devices, and her vaccinations were up to date. She was successfully treated with antibiotics and oxygen therapy for 60 days. CONCLUSION: Although Rhizobium radiobacter is considered a contaminant, it can cause pleurisy in children.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Infectious Disease Case Reports and Treatments Infections and bacterial resistance Pneumonia and Respiratory Infections

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Medical Case Reports
Volume
20
Issue
1
Publication date
31 January 2026
Language
EN