A pure enterococcal abscess after cesarean section

Area of Science:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Infectious Diseases
• Microbiology

Background:

• The role of enterococci in pelvic infections remains debated.
• Pelvic infections can arise from various bacterial sources.

Observation:

• A case of a pure enterococcal abscess was observed following a cesarean section.
• This represents a rare instance of a single organism causing a significant post-operative complication.

Findings:

• The case supports enterococcus as a potential primary pathogen in obstetric and gynecologic infections.
• Enterococcus exhibited an unusual antibiotic sensitivity pattern in this case.

Implications:

• This case underscores the importance of considering enterococcus in the differential diagnosis of post-cesarean pelvic infections.
• Specific antibiotic therapy tailored to the unique sensitivity profile of enterococcus is crucial for effective treatment and management.