@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 = {<p>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.</p>
},
  year = {2014},
  journal = {Global Journal of Dermatology & Venereology},
  volume = {2},
  pages = {69–75},
  language = {eng},
}