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Nismat Javed1, Nishant Allena2, Sai Allu1
1Department of Internal Medicine, BronxCare Health System, Bronx, NY, USA.
Abstract:
Citrobacter infections have emerged as now a common nosocomial pathogen. Most of the infections manifest in patients with underlying medical conditions. The features of infection can range from infections in the lower urinary tract, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal disease, or bacteremia, however renal abscesses remain uncommon. Here we present the case of a 48-year-old female with medical history of diabetes that presented with a right renal abscess secondary to Citrobacter koseri infection managed with drainage and antimicrobial treatment.
Insights
Citrobacter koseri is an uncommon cause of renal abscesses, typically seen in patients with diabetes. This case highlights successful management through drainage and antibiotics.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Nephrology
- Microbiology
Background:
- Citrobacter infections are increasingly recognized as significant nosocomial pathogens.
- While commonly causing urinary tract, respiratory, or gastrointestinal infections, renal abscesses are rare manifestations.
- Patients with underlying conditions, such as diabetes, are more susceptible to severe Citrobacter infections.
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