Lady Viviana Acosta Castillo, Carlos Daniel Ortega Uribe, Paula Andrea Salas Espinosa, Martin Ocampo Posada, Andres David Sastre Martinez, Hernán Mauricio Ocampo Aguirre
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Abstract
Actinomycosis is an uncommon, chronic bacterial infection caused by Actinomyces spp, whose abdominal form often mimics malignant disease and poses a diagnostic challenge.
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The only journal written by and for health workers in low and middle-income countries, Tropical Doctor provides medical expertise and practical advice on how to apply current medical knowledge to the special circumstances of LMIC countries. This journal provides an ideal forum for sharing experiences and establishing best practice, aiding communication between medical professionals in different environments.