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Haemophilus paraphrophilus isolated from endocarditis
Acta Microbiologica Academiae Scientiarum Hungaricae
|January 1, 1978
Abstract:
Isolation and microbiological features of a Haemophilus paraphrophilus strain which caused a subacute bacterial endocarditis are described. The isolate conformed to the first description by ZINNEMANN et al., except that it was sensitive to ampicillin.
Insights
This study details a Haemophilus paraphrophilus strain causing subacute bacterial endocarditis. Notably, this strain exhibited ampicillin sensitivity, differing from previous descriptions.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Cardiology
Background:
- Subacute bacterial endocarditis (SBE) is a serious infection.
- Haemophilus species are known, though less common, causes of endocarditis.
- Understanding the microbiological features of causative agents is crucial for treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the microbiological characteristics of a Haemophilus paraphrophilus isolate.
- To report a case of subacute bacterial endocarditis caused by this specific strain.
- To highlight any unique features of the isolate, particularly its antibiotic susceptibility.
Main Methods:
- Bacterial isolation and identification from blood cultures.
- Standard microbiological techniques for characterization.
- Antimicrobial susceptibility testing.
Main Results:
- A strain identified as Haemophilus paraphrophilus was isolated.
- The isolate was confirmed to be the causative agent of subacute bacterial endocarditis.
- The strain demonstrated sensitivity to ampicillin, a deviation from prior reports.
Conclusions:
- Haemophilus paraphrophilus can cause subacute bacterial endocarditis.
- This case highlights an ampicillin-sensitive strain, expanding the known microbiological profile.
- Antimicrobial susceptibility testing is vital for guiding therapy in H. paraphrophilus endocarditis.