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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
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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.

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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.