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Staphylococcus lugdunensis can cause serious infections, including bacteremia originating from post-surgical lymphoceles. This rare case highlights the need for awareness of S. lugdunensis as a significant pathogen.

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  • Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Clinical Medicine

Background:

  • Staphylococcus species are a major cause of bloodstream infections.
  • Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is associated with high mortality.
  • Staphylococcus lugdunensis (S. lugdunensis) is increasingly recognized for causing severe infections.

Observation:

  • A rare case of S. lugdunensis bacteremia originating from a post-surgical lymphocele is reported.
  • An 80-year-old male presented with abdominal pain and fever, with S. lugdunensis identified in lymphocele fluid.
  • Imaging confirmed a large lymphocele as the source of infection.

Findings:

  • S. lugdunensis, a coagulase-negative staphylococci, can cause diverse infections beyond skin colonization.
  • The pathogen has been linked to serious conditions like prosthetic joint infections and endocarditis.
  • Despite susceptibility to many antibiotics, S. lugdunensis forms biofilms, complicating treatment.

Implications:

  • This case expands the known spectrum of S. lugdunensis infections.
  • Increased reporting of S. lugdunensis cases is crucial for understanding its clinical behavior and antimicrobial susceptibilities.
  • Awareness of S. lugdunensis bacteremia from unusual sources like lymphoceles is important for timely diagnosis and management.