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A Clinico-Bacteriological Study of Pyodermas at a Tertiary Health Center in Southwest Rajasthan.
Ajit Singh1, Lalit Kumar Gupta1, Ashok Kumar Khare1
1Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology, R.N.T. Medical College, Udaipur, Rajasthan, India.
Indian Journal of Dermatology
|November 6, 2015
Summary
This study tracked 500 pyoderma cases, finding Staphylococcus aureus most common. High antibiotic susceptibility was noted for amoxycillin + sulbactam, aminoglycosides, and cefoperazone.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Pyoderma spectrum and antibiotic susceptibility patterns are dynamic.
- Understanding these changes is crucial for effective treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess pyoderma's magnitude and clinical patterns.
- Identify causative microorganisms and their antibiotic susceptibility.
Main Methods:
- Clinical examination and bacterial culture/sensitivity tests on 500 pyoderma patients.
- Data analyzed using EPI-INFO Version 6 software with Chi-square test.
Main Results:
- Pyoderma incidence was 2.55% (500/19576 cases).
- Furuncle and infectious eczematoid dermatitis were most common.
- Staphylococcus aureus was the primary pathogen, susceptible to amoxycillin + sulbactam, aminoglycosides, and cefoperazone.
Conclusions:
- Regular studies are essential to monitor evolving bacterial infection trends.
- Tracking causative organisms and antibiotic resistance is vital for public health.
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