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"Agrobacterium yellow group" and Pseudomonas paucimobilis causing peritonitis in patients receiving continuous
Journal of Clinical Pathology
|November 1, 1985
Abstract:
Five cases of peritonitis occurred during continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis in which unusual yellow pigmented Gram negative bacteria were isolated in pure culture. Four of these isolates were identified as the so called "Agrobacterium yellow group." The remaining isolate was identified as Pseudomonas paucimobilis, an organism closely related to the Agrobacterium yellow group.
Insights
Unusual yellow Gram-negative bacteria, including Agrobacterium yellow group and Pseudomonas paucimobilis, caused peritonitis in patients undergoing continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis. This highlights a rare but significant cause of infection in dialysis patients.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Nephrology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) is a common treatment for end-stage renal disease.
- Peritonitis is a serious complication of CAPD, often caused by bacterial infections.
- Identifying the causative agents is crucial for effective treatment and management.