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Septicemia from biliary tract infection.

Y Siegman-Igra1, D Schwartz, N Konforti

  • 1Infectious Disease Unit, Rokach Hospital, Tel Aviv (Israel) Medical Center.

Archives of Surgery (Chicago, Ill. : 1960)
|March 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Biliary tract infections frequently cause septicemia, with common bacteria like Escherichia coli and Streptococcus. Identifying these organisms, especially streptococci, is crucial for effective antibiotic treatment and prevention strategies.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Septicemia originating from biliary tract infections poses a significant clinical challenge.
  • Understanding the microbial etiology is essential for guiding therapeutic decisions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the microorganisms involved in septicemia secondary to biliary tract infections.
  • To analyze the relationship between blood and bile cultures in post-septicemia surgery.

Main Methods:

  • Isolation and identification of 104 microbial strains from 76 septicemia episodes.
  • Patient cohort included acute cholecystitis, cholangitis, and malignant disease.
  • Comparison of blood and bile cultures in patients undergoing surgery post-bacteremia.

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Main Results:

  • Escherichia coli, Klebsiella, Streptococcus, and Proteus were the most frequent isolates.
  • Streptococci, particularly group D, accounted for 21% of episodes.
  • Concordance between blood and bile cultures was observed in 10 of 12 early post-septicemia surgeries.

Conclusions:

  • The microbial profile of biliary septicemia, including the prevalence of streptococci, necessitates tailored antibiotic selection.
  • Antibiotic choice for therapy and prophylaxis should consider the identified pathogens.
  • Early identification of causative agents aids in effective management and prevention.