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Bacteria newly recognized as nosocomial pathogens

D W Fraser

    The American Journal of Medicine
    |February 1, 1981
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Nosocomial pathogens, including slow-growing mycobacteria and fastidious Legionella, are often overlooked due to their unique characteristics. Early recognition of these opportunistic bacteria is crucial for effective patient management and infection control.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Microbiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Hospital Epidemiology

    Background:

    • Nosocomial pathogens are increasingly recognized, often possessing traits that delay their identification and understanding of their clinical significance.
    • These include slow growth, fastidious requirements, or resemblance to normal flora, complicating early detection.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight recently identified nosocomial pathogens and their challenging characteristics.
    • To emphasize the importance of recognizing these overlooked bacteria in clinical settings.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of clinical cases and microbiological data associated with emerging nosocomial pathogens.
    • Categorization of pathogens based on growth rate, nutritional needs, and morphological similarities to commensals.

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    Main Results:

    • Slow-growing mycobacteria (Mycobacterium chelonei, Myco. fortuitum) cause post-surgical infections.
    • Fastidious bacteria (Legionella pneumophila, L. micdadei) cause pneumonia, particularly in immunocompromised individuals.
    • Other identified pathogens include Clostridium difficile, Chlamydia trachomatis, and Group JK bacteria, each presenting unique diagnostic challenges.

    Conclusions:

    • Clinicians and microbiologists must be aware of the specific traits of these pathogens that lead to delayed recognition.
    • Anticipating the existence of yet unidentified bacteria is essential for comprehensive infection control strategies.