Pleural effusion in complicated Salmonella paratyphi A infection

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P Mathur1, Renuka, L Simpson

  • 1Departments of Microbiology and Pediatrics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi 110 029, India. purvamathur@yahoo.com

Indian Pediatrics
|March 27, 2003
PubMed

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A rare case of enteric fever caused by Salmonella paratyphi A involved multiple organs, with the bacteria found in pleural fluid and blood. Recognizing these unusual presentations is crucial for timely treatment, especially with rising antimicrobial resistance.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiology
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Enteric fever, commonly caused by Salmonella species, typically presents with gastrointestinal and systemic symptoms.
  • Atypical presentations of enteric fever are less common but can pose diagnostic challenges.

Observation:

  • A rare case of enteric fever was documented involving Salmonella paratyphi A.
  • The infection presented with multi-organ involvement, extending beyond typical manifestations.

Findings:

  • Salmonella paratyphi A was successfully isolated from both pleural fluid and blood samples.
  • This indicates a severe, disseminated form of the infection.

Implications:

  • Prompt recognition of unusual enteric fever presentations is vital for effective patient management.
  • Antimicrobial stewardship and awareness of resistant strains are critical in treating complex cases of Salmonella infections.

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