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Association of Nasal and Throat Staphylococci with Pyoderma Lesions

N Bhaskar Prabhu, R P C G Naik, J N Sarvamangala Devi

    Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology
    |February 9, 2017
    PubMed

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    This study investigated 109 pyoderma cases, finding coagulase-positive staphylococci as the primary cause. Throat staphylococcal phage types showed a stronger association with pyoderma than nasal types.

    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Dermatology
    • Bacteriology

    Background:

    • Pyoderma is a common bacterial skin infection.
    • Identifying etiological agents is crucial for effective treatment.
    • Staphylococci are frequently implicated in skin infections.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To bacteriologicaly investigate 109 pyoderma cases.
    • To determine the predominant etiological agents.
    • To explore the association between nasal/throat staphylococci and pyoderma lesions.

    Main Methods:

    • Bacteriological culture of 109 pyoderma cases.
    • Identification of bacterial isolates.
    • Phage typing of Staphylococcus aureus strains from lesions, nasal, and throat swabs.

    Main Results:

    • Coagulase-positive staphylococci were the predominant agents, followed by coagulase-negative staphylococci and beta-hemolytic streptococci.
    • Folliculitis was the most common clinical presentation.
    • Throat staphylococcal phage types demonstrated a greater association with pyoderma than nasal types.

    Conclusions:

    • Coagulase-positive staphylococci are key pathogens in pyoderma.
    • Throat carriage of specific staphylococcal phage types may be a significant risk factor for pyoderma development.
    • Further research into phage typing and its clinical relevance is warranted.

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