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This case report details the first instance of Providencia stuartii conjunctivitis in an elderly, immunocompromised nursing home resident. Prompt identification and appropriate antibiotic treatment led to successful recovery.

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  • Ophthalmology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Medical Microbiology

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  • Conjunctivitis is a common ocular condition, but bacterial causes can vary.
  • Providencia stuartii is an opportunistic pathogen often associated with urinary tract infections in healthcare settings.
  • This study focuses on a rare presentation of P. stuartii causing conjunctivitis.

Discussion:

  • The patient was an elderly male residing in a nursing home with a history of diabetes mellitus, suggesting immunocompromise.
  • A conjunctival swab culture identified P. stuartii and determined its antibiotic susceptibility.
  • The infection was successfully treated with topical vancomycin and oral sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim.

Key Insights:

  • This is the first reported case of Providencia stuartii conjunctivitis.
  • The study highlights the importance of considering P. stuartii in immunocompromised individuals, particularly nursing home residents.
  • Accurate bacterial identification and susceptibility testing are crucial for effective treatment.

Outlook:

  • Further research may explore the prevalence of P. stuartii in ocular infections.
  • Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for P. stuartii in similar patient populations.
  • This case contributes to the understanding of P. stuartii as a potential cause of ophthalmic infections.