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A Rare Neonatal Infection: Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) Orbital Cellulitis.

Elizabeth Davis¹, Coral Molina¹, Adarsh Kancharla²

¹Family Medicine, Spartanburg Regional, Spartanburg, USA.

|August 28, 2024

Summary

Orbital cellulitis is a rare cause of late-onset neonatal sepsis. Early recognition of this condition and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteremia is crucial for prompt infant treatment.

Keywords:

acute sinusitis comprehensive physical exam febrile infant late onset neonatal sepsis methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (mrsa)methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus bacteremia neonatal sepsis ocular proptosis preseptal orbital cellulitis subperiosteal abscess

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Area of Science:

Neonatal Medicine
Infectious Diseases
Ophthalmology

Background:

Orbital cellulitis is typically seen in pediatric patients.
Late-onset neonatal sepsis requires prompt diagnosis and treatment.
Community-acquired orbital cellulitis as a cause of neonatal sepsis is not well-documented.

Observation:

A 4-week-old infant presented with symptoms of late-onset neonatal sepsis.
The infant was diagnosed with orbital cellulitis.
Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) bacteremia was subsequently identified.

Findings:

Orbital cellulitis can be a rare cause of late-onset neonatal sepsis.
MRSA bacteremia can arise secondary to orbital cellulitis in neonates.
This case highlights a unique presentation of neonatal sepsis.

Implications:

Early recognition of orbital cellulitis in neonates is vital.
Increased awareness of orbital cellulitis as a cause of neonatal sepsis is needed.
Prompt management can improve outcomes for infants with this condition.