Brachyspira pilosicoli Bloodstream Infections: A Case Report
Author Information
Author(s): Bait-Merabet Lilia, Thille Arnaud, Legrand Patrick, Brun-Buisson Christian, Cattoir Vincent
Primary Institution: C.H.U. Henri Mondor, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Créteil, France
Hypothesis
Can Brachyspira pilosicoli cause bloodstream infections in critically ill patients?
Conclusion
Brachyspira pilosicoli can cause bacteremia in immunocompromised and critically ill patients, highlighting the need for rapid diagnostic methods.
Supporting Evidence
- B. pilosicoli is rarely implicated as a cause of bacteremia.
- Only 8 cases of bacteremia caused by B. pilosicoli have been reported in the literature.
- The patient had cardiogenic shock and multiple organ failure.
Takeaway
This study talks about a sick man who got a rare infection from a germ called Brachyspira pilosicoli, which usually comes from the gut. It shows that this germ can make people very sick, especially if they are already weak.
Methodology
The case report includes blood culture analysis and molecular identification of the bacterium.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report and a limited review of literature.
Participant Demographics
A 53-year-old male, obese and smoker.
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