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Amniotic fluid infection syndrome and neonatal mortality caused by Eikenella corrodens

Stefan Kostadinov1, Halit Pinar

  • 1Division of Perinatal Pathology, Women and Infants Hospital, Brown Medical School, Providence, RI 02905, USA. skostadinov@wihri.org

Pediatric and Developmental Pathology : the Official Journal of the Society for Pediatric Pathology and the Paediatric Pathology Society
|October 20, 2005
PubMed

Insights

Eikenella corrodens, a bacterium from the oral cavity, can cause rare amniotic fluid infections leading to preterm birth. This case highlights the potential risks of this pathogen in pregnancy.

Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiology

Background:

  • Amniotic fluid infections can arise from unusual microorganisms.
  • Eikenella corrodens is typically found in the oral and respiratory tracts, associated with polymicrobial infections.
  • Gynecologic infections caused by E. corrodens are infrequent.

Observation:

  • This report details a rare case of Eikenella corrodens chorioamnionitis.
  • The infection occurred in a twin pregnancy resulting in preterm delivery at 23 weeks' gestation.
  • One twin infant had documented E. corrodens infection and was not resuscitated.

Findings:

  • Eikenella corrodens can be a causative agent of chorioamnionitis and subsequent preterm labor.
  • This case adds to the limited reports of E. corrodens-associated adverse pregnancy outcomes.
  • The study underscores the potential severity of this pathogen in obstetric settings.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should consider Eikenella corrodens in cases of unexplained preterm labor and chorioamnionitis.
  • Further research is needed to understand the pathogenesis and management of E. corrodens infections during pregnancy.
  • Early recognition and appropriate treatment may improve outcomes for both mother and neonate.

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