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Peritonitis due to Brevibacterium otitidis in a patient undergoing continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis
G Wauters1, B Van Bosterhaut, V Avesani
1Microbiology Unit, Faculty of Medicine, University of Louvain, B-1200 Brussels, Belgium.
Journal of Clinical Microbiology
|November 4, 2000
Abstract:
Brevibacterium otitidis is a coryneform rod and, as far as is known, is isolated only from infected ears. We report the first known case of peritonitis caused by B. otitidis in a patient undergoing continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis.
Insights
Brevibacterium otitidis, typically found in infected ears, has been identified as the cause of peritonitis. This marks the first reported instance of this bacterium causing infection in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Nephrology
Background:
- Brevibacterium otitidis is a coryneform bacterium.
- This microorganism is primarily known for its association with ear infections.
Observation:
- A patient undergoing continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) developed peritonitis.
- Brevibacterium otitidis was identified as the causative agent of the peritonitis.
Findings:
- This case represents the first documented instance of peritonitis caused by Brevibacterium otitidis.
- The bacterium, usually confined to otic infections, has demonstrated the capacity to cause serious intra-abdominal infection.
Implications:
- Highlights the potential for Brevibacterium otitidis to cause severe infections beyond the ear.
- Underscores the need for vigilance in diagnosing unusual pathogens in immunocompromised patients or those with indwelling devices like peritoneal dialysis catheters.
- May inform diagnostic and treatment strategies for peritonitis in CAPD patients.