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Pathogens in neonatalomphalitis.

A I Airede1

  • 1Department of Paediatrics, Jos University Teaching Hospital, Plateau State, Nigeria.

Journal of Tropical Pediatrics
|June 1, 1992
PubMed
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This study investigated neonatal omphalitis, finding significant anaerobic pathogens and beta-lactamase production in isolates. Understanding these microbial patterns is crucial for effective infant infection management.

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Area of Science:

  • Neonatal infectious diseases
  • Microbiology
  • Clinical pathology

Background:

  • Neonatal omphalitis is a serious infection in newborns.
  • Bacterial infections of the umbilical stump pose significant health risks.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify aerobic and anaerobic bacterial pathogens in neonatal omphalitis cases.
  • To determine the incidence and prevalence of omphalitis.
  • To assess beta-lactamase production in isolated bacteria.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective 3-year study of 33 neonates with omphalitis.
  • Aerobic and anaerobic cultures performed on all specimens.
  • Microbial identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing.

Main Results:

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  • Incidence of 2/1000 live births; prevalence of 15.6/1000 admissions.
  • Aerobes isolated in 70% of cases, anaerobes in 15%.
  • Significant anaerobic pathogens included B. fragilis group, Gram-positive cocci, and Clostridium perfringens.
  • Beta-lactamase production detected in 25 isolates from 25 newborns.

Conclusions:

  • Neonatal omphalitis involves a mix of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.
  • Anaerobic pathogens are significant contributors to omphalitis.
  • High prevalence of beta-lactamase production necessitates careful antibiotic selection.