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Gram-negative bacterial toe web infection: successful treatment with a new third generation cephalosporin
Abstract:
Fifteen patients with gram-negative bacterial toe web infections were treated for 1 week with intramuscular cefoperazone, a broad-spectrum third generation cephalosporin. Initial bacterial cultures in eleven patients (73%) grew more than one gram-negative organism. Pseudomonas aeruginosa was the most frequent isolate. All bacteria isolated were sensitive to cefoperazone (Cefobid). Swelling, redness, and flow of exudate resolved within 1 week of antibiotic administration. By day 7 there was no evidence of inflammation, and denuded areas had begun to re-epithelialize. Side effects were mild and did not require cessation of therapy. This antibiotic causes rapid resolution of a disease which previously required prolonged hospitalizations.
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Cefoperazone effectively treated gram-negative bacterial toe web infections in just one week. This broad-spectrum antibiotic rapidly resolved inflammation and promoted healing, reducing the need for lengthy hospitalizations.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Bacteriology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Toe web infections often involve gram-negative bacteria.
- Previous treatments for such infections required prolonged hospitalizations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of cefoperazone in treating gram-negative bacterial toe web infections.
- To assess the duration of treatment and patient outcomes.
Main Methods:
- Fifteen patients with gram-negative bacterial toe web infections were enrolled.
- Treatment involved one week of intramuscular cefoperazone.
- Bacterial cultures and sensitivity testing were performed.
Main Results:
- All isolated bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, were sensitive to cefoperazone.
- Clinical resolution of swelling, redness, and exudate occurred within one week.
- Complete resolution of inflammation and initiation of re-epithelialization were observed by day 7.
- Mild side effects did not necessitate treatment cessation.
Conclusions:
- Intramuscular cefoperazone is an effective and rapid treatment for gram-negative bacterial toe web infections.
- This antibiotic regimen significantly shortens recovery time and reduces the need for hospitalization.