title: Primary actinomycotic empyema.
abstract: We have presented a rare case of massive primary actinomycotic empyema, which resolved after combined cefazolin therapy and continuous pleural drainage. Poor dental hygiene and heavy smoking are proposed as predisposing factors.
mesh_terms: D000196:Actinomycosis / Q000150:complications*; D000368:Aged; D002437:Cefazolin / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004322:Drainage; D004653:Empyema / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology* / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011859:Radiography
chemical_list: D002437:Cefazolin