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Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia.

D H Akbar1, M A Mushtaq, A T El-Tahawi

  • 1King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah 21415, PO Box 18298, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Medical Journal
|September 5, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia is often hospital-acquired, with intravenous catheters and wounds as common sources. Implementing strict aseptic techniques and proper wound care can help reduce bloodstream infections.

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Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Clinical Microbiology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia (SAB) poses a significant public health challenge.
  • Understanding the epidemiology, sources, and risk factors of SAB is crucial for effective management.
  • Previous studies have highlighted the importance of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) in SAB.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate episodes of Staphylococcus aureus bacteremia at King Abdulaziz University Hospital.
  • To identify the sources of infection, associated risk factors, and treatment outcomes.
  • To compare findings with existing literature on SAB.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective study analyzed SAB episodes diagnosed between June 1996 and December 1998.
  • Data collected included patient demographics, infection source, and treatment outcomes.
  • Statistical analysis was performed to identify significant associations.

Main Results:

  • 103 SAB episodes occurred in 95 patients; 74% were hospital-acquired.
  • Intravenous catheters (29%) and wounds (21%) were primary sources.
  • Mortality was 32%, associated with older age, diabetes, and hemodialysis.
  • Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) accounted for 29% of cases.

Conclusions:

  • Findings are comparable to international literature on SAB.
  • Aseptic insertion of intravenous catheters and meticulous wound care are vital.
  • Limiting central line exposure and improving patient care can reduce bloodstream infections.

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