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[Human infections caused by Enterobacter sakazakii. Microbiologic considerations]
Enfermedades Infecciosas Y Microbiologia Clinica
|March 1, 1989
Summary
This study reports four cases of Enterobacter sakazaii infections, including wound, appendicitis, and newborn conjunctivitis. Difficult identification and rarity of this pathogen are highlighted.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Clinical Medicine
- Infectious Diseases
Context:
- Enterobacter sakazaii is an emerging pathogen.
- Limited clinical data exists on Enterobacter sakazaii infections.
Purpose:
- To report and analyze clinical and microbiological features of Enterobacter sakazaii infections.
- To discuss the identification challenges and rarity of this pathogen.
Summary:
- Presents four cases of Enterobacter sakazaii: two wound exudates, one appendicitis, and one neonatal conjunctivitis.
- Analyzes key biochemical and physiological traits: inability to ferment d-sorbitol and production of a yellow pigment.
- Discusses the difficulties in identifying Enterobacter sakazaii and its infrequent clinical isolation.
Impact:
- Enhances understanding of Enterobacter sakazaii clinical presentations.
- Highlights the need for improved diagnostic methods for this rare pathogen.
- Contributes to the literature on emerging bacterial infections.