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Staphylococcus lugdunensis endocarditis.

R Shuttleworth1, W D Colby

  • 1Department of Microbiology, University Hospital, London, Ontario, Canada.

Journal of Clinical Microbiology
|August 1, 1992
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Staphylococcus lugdunensis, a coagulase-negative bacteria, can cause serious infections like endocarditis. Early lab detection is aided by ornithine decarboxylase testing, crucial for accurate identification.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Staphylococcus lugdunensis is a coagulase-negative species increasingly recognized in human infections.
  • Infective endocarditis is a severe condition that can be caused by various microorganisms.

Observation:

  • This report details a specific case of native valve endocarditis caused by Staphylococcus lugdunensis.
  • The clinical presentation and microbiological findings of this case are presented.

Findings:

  • The initial laboratory identification of Staphylococcus lugdunensis can be facilitated by a positive ornithine decarboxylase test.
  • Accurate identification relies on a comprehensive panel of tests, not solely on limited results.

Implications:

  • Understanding the diagnostic markers for Staphylococcus lugdunensis is vital for timely clinical management.

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  • This case highlights the importance of accurate microbial identification in preventing and treating severe infections like endocarditis.