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Attempts to isolate Campylobacter jejuni from various body sites
Journal of Clinical Pathology
|June 1, 1983
Summary
Campylobacter jejuni is rarely found in clinical samples, except for feces. This study found C. jejuni in only 0.18% of non-fecal specimens, primarily in urine samples.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Clinical Diagnostics
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Campylobacter species are significant human pathogens.
- Accurate identification of Campylobacter spp. in clinical settings is crucial for patient management.
- Previous studies have focused on Campylobacter isolation from fecal samples.
Observation:
- Clinical specimens from various body sites, excluding feces, were cultured for Campylobacter.
- Selective and non-selective media were utilized for bacterial growth.
- A total of 1100 specimens were analyzed.
Findings:
- Campylobacter jejuni was identified in only two specimens (0.18%).
- Both positive C. jejuni isolates were recovered from urine samples.
- The prevalence of C. jejuni in non-fecal clinical material is very low.
Implications:
- C. jejuni is an uncommon cause of infection in clinical samples other than feces.
- Diagnostic protocols may need to consider the low prevalence of C. jejuni in non-fecal sites.
- Further research could explore the specific conditions leading to C. jejuni in urine.