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Colony variation in Staphylococcus lugdunensis
M J Leung1, N Nuttall, T M Pryce
1Department of Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, Royal Perth Hospital, Perth, Western Australia 6000, Australia. mjleung@cyllene.uwa.edu.au
Journal of Clinical Microbiology
|September 17, 1998
Summary
Staphylococcus lugdunensis infections can be severe, mimicking Staphylococcus aureus. Colonial variation in S. lugdunensis isolates complicates identification and assessment of clinical importance.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Clinical Diagnostics
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- Staphylococcus lugdunensis is increasingly recognized as a pathogen.
- Its clinical outcomes often resemble those of Staphylococcus aureus.
- Distinguishing it from other coagulase-negative staphylococci is crucial.
Observation:
- Recent isolates of S. lugdunensis displayed significant colonial variation.
- This variation hindered timely laboratory identification.
- The clinical significance of these varied isolates was difficult to interpret.
Findings:
- Colonial variation is a notable characteristic of S. lugdunensis.
- Previous literature has not sufficiently highlighted this feature.
- This variation can impede accurate identification and clinical assessment.
Implications:
- Enhanced awareness of S. lugdunensis colonial variation is needed.
- Diagnostic protocols may require adjustments for accurate identification.
- Understanding this characteristic is vital for effective patient management and treatment strategies.