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[Pacemaker infection caused by Staphylococcus schleiferi].

K Mitsutake, T Ura, T Sawai

    Kansenshogaku Zasshi. the Journal of the Japanese Association for Infectious Diseases
    |January 5, 2001
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    Pacemaker infections can be severe complications. This case highlights Staphylococcus schleiferi as a cause, demonstrating that complete removal of the pacing system is crucial for successful treatment.

    Area of Science:

    • Infectious Diseases
    • Cardiology
    • Medical Microbiology

    Background:

    • Pacemaker implantation is a common procedure, but device-related infections pose significant risks.
    • Coagulase-negative staphylococci are known pathogens, yet Staphylococcus schleiferi's role in human infections remains less understood.

    Observation:

    • A case report details an 80-year-old male experiencing recurrent pacemaker pocket infections.
    • Staphylococcus schleiferi was repeatedly isolated from pus, the pacemaker generator, and leads across multiple infections.
    • Initial antibiotic treatment with cefazolin was insufficient, necessitating multiple interventions.

    Findings:

    • The patient underwent multiple device removals and replacements due to persistent Staphylococcus schleiferi infections.
    • Complete explantation of the entire pacing system, followed by reimplantation on the contralateral side, ultimately resolved the infection.

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  • This case underscores the challenging nature of Staphylococcus schleiferi pacemaker infections.

    • Implications:

    • Further research is needed to characterize the pathogenicity and treatment strategies for Staphylococcus schleiferi in medical device infections.
    • Clinicians should consider Staphylococcus schleiferi in cases of refractory pacemaker infections.
    • Complete device removal may be essential for eradicating persistent infections caused by this pathogen.