Clinical characteristics and antimicrobial management of invasive Mycoplasma hominis infection: a case report and literature review

Invasive <i>M. hominis</i> infections, though likely underdiagnosed and underreported, can lead to severe outcomes, particularly in patients with a history of surgery, urinary catheterization, or immunosuppression. Prolonged antimicrobial therapy is associated with improved outcomes, whereas post-transplantation status increases the risk of failure. Doxycycline-containing regimens, especially combined with fluoroquinolones, are a preferred therapeutic strategy. Heightened clinical vigilance and optimized diagnostic and therapeutic approaches are critical to reduce treatment failure.