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  • Infectious Diseases
  • Bacteriology

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  • Non-fermenting Gram-negative bacteria are significant causes of hospital-acquired infections.
  • Opportunistic pathogens, they primarily affect immunocompromised individuals.
  • Brevundimonas spp. are typically considered minor clinical pathogens.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and analyze documented infections caused by Brevundimonas spp.
  • To assess the clinical significance and common manifestations of Brevundimonas infections.
  • To highlight the need for increased awareness and surveillance of these bacteria.

Main Methods:

  • Literature search for reported cases of Brevundimonas spp. infections.
  • Categorization of infections by species and clinical conditions.
  • Analysis of infection frequency and associated patient factors.

Main Results:

  • Forty-nine infection cases and two pseudo-infections involving Brevundimonas spp. were identified.
  • Brevundimonas vesicularis accounted for the majority (71%) of infections.
  • Bacteremia was the most frequent clinical condition (35%), followed by other infections.

Conclusions:

  • Brevundimonas spp. infections, though infrequent, are clinically relevant and can lead to severe outcomes like bacteremia.
  • Healthcare infection control programs should consider investigating potential Brevundimonas outbreaks when multiple isolates are found.
  • Enhanced vigilance for Brevundimonas spp. is warranted in clinical microbiology and infection prevention.