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Invasive pneumococcal disease caused by CO2-dependent Streptococcus pneumoniae serotype 24F sequence type 162: A case
Takahiko Niwa1, Takehisa Matsumoto2, Misako Ohkusu3
1Clinical Laboratory Center, Gunma University Hospital, Maebashi, Japan.
Summary
A rare case of invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) in an elderly man was caused by CO2-dependent Streptococcus pneumoniae. This serotype 24F ST162 strain, previously seen in children, highlights the need for vigilance in adult IPD cases.
Area of Science:
- Medical Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Genomics
Background:
- Invasive pneumococcal disease (IPD) is a significant global health concern.
- Streptococcus pneumoniae typically requires standard atmospheric conditions for growth.
- CO2-dependent S. pneumoniae strains are an emerging concern, particularly in specific serotypes and sequence types.
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