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W A Black, R Hodgson

    Journal of Clinical Pathology
    |July 1, 1971
    PubMed
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    Serratia marcescens is more common in clinical samples than previously thought, potentially causing infections in some patients. This study highlights its underestimated role as a pathogen in British medical literature.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Microbiology
    • Clinical Bacteriology

    Background:

    • Serratia marcescens is a Gram-negative bacterium.
    • Its role as a pathogen is often underestimated in clinical settings.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine the prevalence of Serratia marcescens in clinical specimens.
    • To assess the potential pathogenicity of isolated strains.

    Main Methods:

    • Intensive isolation and identification of Serratia marcescens strains from clinical material over four months.
    • Bacteriological assessment of samples.

    Main Results:

    • Ten Serratia marcescens strains were isolated from eight patients.
    • The organism was potentially responsible for infections in five patients.
  • Serratia marcescens appears to be more common than indicated in British literature.

    • Conclusions:

    • Serratia marcescens is a more frequent finding in clinical bacteriology than previously reported.
    • Further investigation is needed to understand its clinical significance and reasons for underreporting as a pathogen.