Trueperella bernardiae: first report of wound infection post laparoscopic surgery

Area of Science:

• Microbiology
• Infectious Diseases
• Surgical Site Infections

Background:

• Laparoscopic surgery is a minimally invasive procedure with a low risk of surgical site infections.
• Trueperella bernardiae is a gram-positive bacterium rarely associated with human infections.
• Limited data exists on Trueperella bernardiae infections, particularly in the context of surgical procedures.

Observation:

• A patient developed a wound infection post-laparoscopic surgery.
• The causative agent was identified as Trueperella bernardiae.
• The infection presented a clinical challenge due to the rarity of this pathogen in surgical settings.

Findings:

• This is the first documented case of Trueperella bernardiae causing a wound infection after laparoscopic surgery.
• The patient received a 1-week course of oral amoxicillin/clavulanate post-discharge.
• Successful clinical resolution of the infection was achieved with the prescribed antibiotic regimen.

Implications:

• Highlights the potential for Trueperella bernardiae to cause opportunistic infections in surgical patients.
• Suggests amoxicillin/clavulanate as a potential treatment option for Trueperella bernardiae wound infections.
• Emphasizes the need for increased awareness and consideration of this pathogen in diagnosing post-operative wound infections.