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Peripancreatic abscess supported by Bordetella hinzii
S Kampmeier1,2, F Rennebaum3, H Schmidt3
1Institute of Hygiene, University Hospital Münster, Germany.
New Microbes and New Infections
|February 7, 2020
Abstract:
We report a novel case of an infection with Bordetella hinzii, a pathogen usually detected in poultry, supporting a peripancreatic abscess formation as a complication of an acute necrotizing pancreatitis.
Insights
We describe a rare case of Bordetella hinzii infection, typically found in poultry, causing a peripancreatic abscess. This finding highlights a new complication of acute necrotizing pancreatitis.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Gastroenterology
- Microbiology
Background:
- Bordetella hinzii is an uncommon bacterial pathogen primarily associated with avian species.
- Acute necrotizing pancreatitis is a severe inflammatory condition of the pancreas.
- Peripancreatic abscesses are serious complications of pancreatitis, often requiring intervention.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report a novel case of Bordetella hinzii infection.
- To investigate the role of Bordetella hinzii in peripancreatic abscess formation.
- To expand the understanding of pancreatitis complications.
Main Methods:
- Case report detailing clinical presentation, diagnostic workup, and treatment.
- Microbiological identification of Bordetella hinzii from clinical samples.
- Review of relevant literature on Bordetella hinzii and pancreatitis.
Main Results:
- Identification of Bordetella hinzii in a patient with acute necrotizing pancreatitis.
- Confirmation of peripancreatic abscess as a complication.
- Successful management of the infection and abscess.
Conclusions:
- Bordetella hinzii should be considered in the differential diagnosis of infections complicating pancreatitis, even in non-avian hosts.
- This case expands the known spectrum of Bordetella hinzii infections.
- Prompt diagnosis and treatment are crucial for managing such rare complications.
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