pacemaker pocket infection due to mycobacterium abscessus subspecies abscessus: a case report and literature review

Background: mycobacterium abscessus is a rapidly growing non-tuberculous mycobacterium that can cause various infections in humans. the identification of nontuberculous mycobacteria remains a challenge to date due to the availability of limited resources. there have been reports of device-related infections caused by these bacteria. improper care of cardiac implants can give rise to infections that need to be identified promptly. this report emphasizes the need for early and prompt diagnosis of non-tuberculous mycobacterial infections.case report: here, we present a case of a 69-year-old man who presented with an atrioventricular block and therefore underwent pacemaker implantation. the implant became infected with mycobacterium abscessus, which resolved after appropriate treatment and pacemaker removal.conclusion: non-tuberculous mycobacteria must be promptly identified and treated for the appropriate duration to prevent complications associated with them.