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Haemophilus paraphrophilus vertebral osteomyelitis
C M Wilson1, E A Reiss-Levy, A D Sturgess
1Department of Microbiology, Southpath, St George Hospital, Kogarah, NSW.
The Medical Journal of Australia
|April 18, 1994
Summary
Haemophilus paraphrophilus can cause vertebral osteomyelitis, a serious bone infection. This case highlights the importance of identifying this rare pathogen for effective treatment.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Microbiology
- Orthopedics
Background:
- Haemophilus paraphrophilus is a rare cause of osteomyelitis.
- Vertebral osteomyelitis is a serious bone infection, often presenting with severe back pain.
Observation:
- A 41-year-old male presented with severe back pain localized to the T11 vertebra.
- Haemophilus paraphrophilus was identified as the causative agent from aspirated vertebral pus.
Findings:
- The patient received a four-week course of intravenous penicillin, followed by three weeks of oral antibiotics.
- A good clinical response was observed after antibiotic treatment.
Implications:
- Haemophilus paraphrophilus, though infrequent, can cause significant infections like vertebral osteomyelitis.
- Accurate identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing are crucial for managing infections caused by this organism.