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Urinary tract infection by chromobacterium violaceum
Bichitrananda Swain1, Sarita Otta2, Kundan Kumar Sahu3
1Professor, Department of Microbiology, Institute of Medical Sciences & SUM Hospital, S"O"A University , Kalinga Nagar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India .
Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research : JCDR
|October 11, 2014
Summary
Chromobacterium violaceum typically causes rare infections. This case highlights a urinary tract infection in an immunocompetent male, emphasizing prompt diagnosis and tailored antibiotic therapy for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Chromobacterium violaceum is a proteobacterium found in tropical soil and water.
- It is known to cause various infections, including septicemia and skin infections.
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by this bacterium are exceptionally rare.
Observation:
- A young, immunocompetent male presented with symptoms indicative of a UTI.
- Diagnostic cultures identified Chromobacterium violaceum as the causative agent.
- The rarity of this pathogen in UTIs presented a diagnostic challenge.
Findings:
- The patient was diagnosed with a Chromobacterium violaceum UTI.
- Treatment involved aggressive management with antibiotics guided by culture sensitivity.
- Successful resolution of the infection was achieved through targeted therapy.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare pathogens in clinical practice.
- Accurate and timely antibiotic selection based on sensitivity testing is crucial for managing Chromobacterium violaceum infections.
- Increased awareness of this bacterium's potential to cause UTIs may improve patient outcomes and reduce mortality.
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