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New Staphylococcus aureus phage type 94/96(292) associated with a fatal septicemia
Journal of Clinical Microbiology
|March 1, 1977
Abstract:
A fulminating septicemia due to Staphylococcus aureus phage type 94/96(292) resulting in the death of a patient with no previous history of illness. This newly characterized strain is identified by an additional typing reaction with experimental phage 292. The prevalence of this strain is discussed.
Insights
A novel Staphylococcus aureus strain caused rapid, fatal septicemia in a healthy individual. This strain, identified by phage 292 typing, highlights emerging infectious disease threats.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Fulminating septicemia is a severe, rapidly progressing bloodstream infection.
- Staphylococcus aureus is a common cause of bacterial infections, ranging from minor skin infections to life-threatening conditions.
- Phage typing is a method used to differentiate strains of bacteria based on their susceptibility to bacteriophages.