Buruli Ulcer: A Case Report from South-West, Nigeria Nigerian Hospital

Abstract

We present a case report of a 15 year-old girl with Buruli ulcer which was confirmed during assessment/advocacy visit to a secondary Health facility in south-west, Nigeria by Global Buruli Ulcer Initiative, a WHO initiative. This case underscores the need for more education of health care providers working in the endemic areas of Nigeria. Collaboration among all players in the health care delivery system for the prevention, control, and early treatment of Buruli ulcer in order to prevent permanent disability is emphasized.

Key words: Buruli ulcer, Mycobacterium ulcerans, South-western Nigeria, Abeokuta, Neglected tropical disease