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Unveiling Therapeutic Challenges: A Unique Case of Intracranial Myroides odoratimimus Infection Following Hemorrhagic Stroke

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Intracranial infections post-neurosurgical procedure pose substantial morbidity and mortality risks. Myroides odoratimimus, an opportunistic gram-negative pathogen, represents a real challenge because of limited clinical experience. This article details the second reported case of intracranial M. odoratimimus infection associated with external ventricular drains in an immunocompetent adult. Treatment involved a 21-day course of intravenous antibiotherapy using meropenem and vancomycin. This case underscores the complexity of managing rare complications, providing insights into therapeutic strategies for this challenging condition.

Source: Surgical Infections

DOI: 10.1089/sur.2024.215

Authors: Yosr Kadri, Oumayma Belhouane, Ons Haddad, Yassmine Maatouk, Ahmed Daoued, Kais Maamri, Mehdi Darmoul, Maha Mastouri

Institutions: Hospital Fatuma Bourguiba Monastir, University of Monastir

Language: English

Topic: Infections and bacterial resistance

Subfield: Endocrinology

Field: Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4403636467

FWCI: 0.8

Cites: 16

Cited by: 3

Related to: 10