Vancomycin-Intermediate Staphylococcus aureus in a Home Health-Care Patient
Author Information
Author(s): Jeffrey C. Hageman, David A. Pegues, Carrie Jepson, Rose Lee Bell, Mary Guinan, Kevin W. Ward, Martin D. Cohen, Janet A. Hindler, Fred C. Tenover, Sigrid K. McAllister, Molly E. Kellum, Scott K. Fridkin
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Conclusion
The patient successfully recovered from a vancomycin-intermediate Staphylococcus aureus infection through a combination of surgery and antimicrobial therapy.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient was treated successfully with a combination of antimicrobial therapy and surgery.
- Standard precautions in the home health setting were effective in preventing transmission of the infection.
- This case is unique as it is the first reported instance of VISA infection occurring during home health-care therapy.
Takeaway
A woman got a rare infection from a type of bacteria that doesn't respond well to a common antibiotic, but she got better after treatment and surgery.
Methodology
The case report details the patient's medical history, treatment, and the identification of the bacteria through cultures and susceptibility testing.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting the generalizability of the findings.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 27-year-old woman with a history of cancer treatment.
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