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Septicemia caused by vancomycin-resistant Pediococcus acidilactici.
C L Golledge1, N Stingemore, M Aravena
1Department of Clinical Microbiology, Fremantle Hospital, Western Australia.
Journal of Clinical Microbiology
|July 1, 1990
Summary
This case report details the first instance of septicemia caused by vancomycin-resistant Pediococcus acidilactici. The study describes the organism
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Clinical Medicine
Background:
- Pediococcus acidilactici is a lactic acid bacterium.
- Vancomycin resistance is a growing concern in clinical settings.
- Septicemia requires prompt identification and treatment.
Observation:
- A patient presented with symptoms of septicemia.
- Blood cultures identified Pediococcus acidilactici.
- The isolate demonstrated resistance to vancomycin.
Findings:
- This is the first reported case of septicemia caused by vancomycin-resistant Pediococcus acidilactici.
- The antimicrobial susceptibility profile of the organism is characterized.
- This finding highlights emerging antimicrobial resistance challenges.
Implications:
- Clinicians should consider Pediococcus acidilactici in cases of unexplained septicemia.
- Awareness of vancomycin resistance in this species is crucial for effective treatment.
- Further research into the mechanisms of resistance and treatment options is warranted.