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Enteric fever due to Salmonella Weltevreden in a four-year-old child
1Dept. of Microbiology, B.J. Medical College, Pune.
Indian Journal of Medical Sciences
|March 26, 2003
Abstract:
A four-year old child was admitted with signs and symptoms suggestive of enteric fever. Blood culture and serial stool cultures were undertaken. Weltevreden, a rare Salmonella serotype was isolated from the stool samples. The isolate was sensitive to ampicillin, cefotaxime, gentamicin, chloramphenicol and ciprofloxacin.
Insights
A rare Salmonella serotype, Weltevreden, was identified in a child with suspected enteric fever. The bacteria showed sensitivity to multiple common antibiotics, aiding treatment decisions.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Enteric fever, a systemic infection, poses a significant public health challenge, particularly in pediatric populations.
- Early and accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective management and preventing complications.
Observation:
- A four-year-old child presented with clinical manifestations indicative of enteric fever.
- Diagnostic investigations included blood cultures and serial stool cultures to identify the causative agent.
Findings:
- Weltevreden, a seldom-encountered Salmonella serotype, was successfully isolated from the patient's stool samples.
- Antimicrobial susceptibility testing revealed the isolate's sensitivity to ampicillin, cefotaxime, gentamicin, chloramphenicol, and ciprofloxacin.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of identifying rare Salmonella serotypes in enteric fever diagnosis.
- The documented antibiotic sensitivity profile provides valuable guidance for the clinical management of such infections.