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Ochrobactrum intermedium septicemia

Pramodhini Subramanian1, Namrata K Bhosale2, Joshy M Easow1

  • 1Department of Microbiology, Mahatma Gandhi Medical College and Research Institute, Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Puducherry, India.

Journal of Infection in Developing Countries
|December 8, 2023
PubMed

Insights

Ochrobactrum intermedium, a Gram-negative bacterium, caused septicemia in an elderly patient with lower limb cellulitis. This case highlights the importance of recognizing Ochrobactrum infections in nosocomial settings.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Ochrobactrum species are Gram-negative, non-fermenting bacteria.
  • These bacteria are increasingly recognized as emerging pathogens, often associated with nosocomial infections.
  • They are frequently linked to patients with indwelling medical devices and implants.

Observation:

  • A case of septicemia caused by Ochrobactrum intermedium is presented.
  • The patient was a 75-year-old individual with lower limb cellulitis.
  • Ochrobactrum intermedium is one of the most common Ochrobactrum species found in human infections.

Findings:

  • The report details the epidemiology of Ochrobactrum infections.
  • Clinical manifestations and laboratory diagnosis of these infections are described.
  • The antibiotic susceptibility pattern and treatment strategies for Ochrobactrum infections are discussed.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the potential for Ochrobactrum species, including O. intermedium, to cause severe infections like septicemia.
  • Understanding the clinical presentation, diagnosis, and antimicrobial resistance of Ochrobactrum is crucial for effective patient management.
  • Further research into Ochrobactrum infections can improve clinical outcomes and infection control strategies in healthcare settings.
Keywords:
OchrobactrumOchrobactrum intermediumcellulitissepticemia

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