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Necrotic cellulitis by Serratia plymuthica
Reyes Pascual Pérez1, Cristina Galvañ Moro, Isabel Pacheco Tenza
1Department of Internal Medicine, General Hospital of Elda, Miguel Hernández University, Carretera Elda-Sax por la Torreta s/n, E-03600 Elda Alicante, Spain.
European Journal of Internal Medicine
|February 14, 2004
Summary
This case report details a rare necrotic cellulitis caused by Serratia plymuthica in a steroid-treated patient. Prompt surgical debridement and antibiotics led to a positive outcome, marking the first such documented case.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Dermatology
- Microbiology
Background:
- Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin infection.
- Steroid use can predispose individuals to infections.
- Serratia species are opportunistic pathogens.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the first case of necrotic cellulitis caused by Serratia plymuthica.
- To highlight an uncommon presentation of S. plymuthica infection.
- To discuss the management of this rare condition.
Main Methods:
- Case presentation of a patient with S. plymuthica cellulitis.
- Description of clinical evolution and treatment.
- Literature review for similar cases.
Main Results:
- Successful treatment of necrotic cellulitis with surgical debridement and antibiotics.
- Favorable patient outcome following intervention.
- Identification of Serratia plymuthica as the causative agent.
Conclusions:
- Serratia plymuthica can cause severe necrotic cellulitis, particularly in immunocompromised patients.
- Early surgical intervention and appropriate antibiotic therapy are crucial for favorable outcomes.
- This case expands the known spectrum of S. plymuthica-associated infections.