URINARY STONE RELATED URINARY TRACT INFECTION CAUSED BY RAOULTELLA ORNITHINOLYTICA IN A CHILD: A CASE REPORT

Area of Science:

• Microbiology
• Pediatric Urology
• Infectious Diseases

Background:

• Raoultella ornithinolytica is a bacterial species within the genus Raoultella.
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in children, but infections caused by Raoultella species are rare.

Observation:

• A two-year-old child presented with discomfort and fever.
• Urinary culture revealed the presence of Raoultella ornithinolytica.
• The child was diagnosed with Grade-2 hydronephrosis and a 7.5-mm urinary stone in the left ureter.

Findings:

• The urinary stone was expelled following pediatric urology consultation.
• The patient received treatment guided by an antibiotic sensitivity report.
• The child's condition improved and was monitored post-treatment.

Implications:

• This case highlights the importance of identifying rare bacterial pathogens in pediatric UTIs.
• Early diagnosis and targeted antibiotic therapy are crucial for managing complex UTIs with stones.
• Further research may be needed to understand the prevalence and clinical significance of Raoultella ornithinolytica in pediatric populations.