@article{25662, keywords = {Pathogenesis, Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), Management, diagnosis, Buruli ulcer}, author = {Zaenglein AL and Faldetta KF and Santos MA and Smucker JE and Norton S}, title = {Buruli ulcer: A review.}, abstract = {

Buruli ulcer (BU) is a severe necrotizing infection of skin and soft tissues caused by the fresh-water mycobacterium, Mycobacterium ulcerans. While it is rarely fatal, it can profoundly debilitate those it affects, resulting in extreme individual morbidity, as well as a profound financial, emotional and social burden for the families and communities affected. This review of Buruli ulcer details the history, pathogenesis, diagnosis and management of this neglected tropical disease.

}, year = {2014}, journal = {Global Journal of Dermatology & Venereology}, volume = {2}, pages = {69–75}, language = {eng}, }