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  • Microbiology
  • Clinical Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Staphylococcus pettenkoferi, identified in 2002, is a coagulase-negative staphylococcus.
  • It is recognized as a human commensal and opportunistic bacterium, found in environmental and animal sources.
  • While implicated in bloodstream infections and osteomyelitis, its clinical significance remains unclear.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize current knowledge on Staphylococcus pettenkoferi.
  • To address the challenges in interpreting microbiological tests when S. pettenkoferi is detected in blood samples.
  • To differentiate true bacteremia from contamination or translocation.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of medical databases (Scopus, Web of Science, PubMed, Embase).
  • Analysis of published research, reports, and opinions on S. pettenkoferi.
  • Application of clinical and laboratory criteria (CDC, Sepsis-3) for result interpretation.

Main Results:

  • S. pettenkoferi is frequently isolated from various sources, including humans, animals, and the environment.
  • Distinguishing true S. pettenkoferi bacteremia from contamination requires careful evaluation.
  • Established criteria are crucial for accurate diagnosis and patient management.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate identification of S. pettenkoferi in blood cultures is critical for patient care.
  • Clinical and laboratory criteria are essential for determining the relevance of S. pettenkoferi detection.
  • Further research is needed to fully elucidate the clinical impact of S. pettenkoferi infections.