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Septicemia caused by Kingella kingae.

H Förstl, G Ruckdeschel, M Lang

    European Journal of Clinical Microbiology
    |June 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    A case of Kingella kingae septicemia after acute gastroenteritis resolved quickly with intravenous antibiotics. This Kingella kingae infection might have been food-borne, highlighting a potential public health concern.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Infectious Diseases
    • Microbiology
    • Clinical Medicine

    Background:

    • Kingella kingae is an increasingly recognized cause of invasive pediatric infections.
    • Gastroenteritis can sometimes precede invasive bacterial infections in children.
    • Septicemia requires prompt diagnosis and effective antimicrobial therapy.

    Observation:

    • A case of Kingella kingae septicemia was observed in a patient who had recently experienced acute gastroenteritis.
    • The patient presented with symptoms indicative of a serious bloodstream infection.

    Findings:

    • Intravenous antibiotic treatment, specifically with mezlocillin and tobramycin, resulted in rapid and sustained recovery.
    • The clinical course suggests effective eradication of Kingella kingae bacteremia.

    Implications:

    • This case suggests a potential link between acute gastroenteritis and subsequent Kingella kingae septicemia.
    • Food-borne transmission is a plausible route for Kingella kingae infection, warranting further investigation.
    • Effective antibiotic regimens are crucial for managing Kingella kingae septicemia in pediatric patients.

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