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Abscess associated with Rothia dentocariosa

L I Lutwick, R C Rockhill

    Journal of Clinical Microbiology
    |November 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Rothia dentocariosa, a bacterium, was found in a pilonidal abscess. This study details its characteristics and antibiotic susceptibility, offering insights into this rare clinical occurrence.

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    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Clinical Medicine
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Rothia dentocariosa is an aerobic actinomycete typically found in the oral cavity.
    • Pilonidal abscesses are infections typically associated with Staphylococcus and Enterococcus species.

    Observation:

    • Rothia dentocariosa was successfully isolated from a human pilonidal abscess.
    • The bacterium exhibited specific growth and morphological characteristics upon isolation.

    Findings:

    • Detailed bacteriological characteristics of the Rothia dentocariosa isolate were documented.
    • The antimicrobial sensitivity pattern revealed susceptibility to certain antibiotics, while resistance to others was noted.

    Implications:

    • This finding expands the known clinical spectrum of Rothia dentocariosa infections.

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  • Understanding the antimicrobial susceptibility is crucial for effective treatment of such infections.
  • Highlights the importance of considering less common pathogens in complex infections.