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Droplet Transmission of Streptococcus sanguinis Causing Pyogenic Liver Abscess in a Male Patient With a Transplanted Liver

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Streptococcus sanguinis is abundantly present in the oral cavity and colonizes the enamel as a natural part of the microbiome. Through the formation of a healthy biofilm, this bacterium provides a protective role. However, under certain conditions, it has the ability to become pathogenic. A pyogenic liver abscess (PLA) occurs through the contiguous spread of infectious pathogens from neighboring structures or following a trauma. The isolation of S. sanguinis as the pathogen in liver abscesses has only been reported twice. Here, we report the third case of PLA caused by S. sanguinis occurring in a young adult male patient, with a transplanted liver, biliary stenosis, and external drain. The bacterium was isolated from blood cultures. The most likely route of the acquisition was droplet transmission of a family member during drain irrigation. The patient was treated successfully with antibiotics, and he fully recovered.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.71228

Authors: Douaa Abou Hamdan, Farah Assi, Nada Chamseddine

Institution: Lebanese University

Language: English

Topic: Amoebic Infections and Treatments

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4403291327