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Severe Pyothorax Caused by Streptococcus pseudoporcinus and Prevotella buccae: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Pyothorax is a condition characterized by the accumulation of purulent pleural effusion and is often secondary to pneumonia or lung abscess. The identification of causative pathogens is essential for treatment; however, the sensitivity of pleural fluid culture remains low. We report a rare case of severe pyothorax requiring mechanical ventilation in which Streptococcus pseudoporcinus and Prevotella buccae were isolated from pleural fluid. This case highlights the potential for β-hemolytic streptococci to cause rapidly progressive and severe infections, even when rarely reported as causative organisms of pyothorax.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.85770

Author: Yuki Chiko

Institution: Okinawa Prefectural Yaeyama Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Pleural and Pulmonary Diseases

Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4411209771