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Brevibacterium ravenspurgense bacteremia

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Brevibacterium ravenspurgense infections are exceptionally rare and frequently necessitate sophisticated laboratory analyses for precise identification. In this report, we detail a case of Brevibacterium ravenspurgense bacteremia in a patient suffering from adrenoleukodystrophy, a rare hereditary metabolic disorder. The diagnosis was validated using 16S rRNA gene sequencing, emphasizing the pivotal role of advanced molecular methodologies in pinpointing uncommon pathogens.Vancomycin was the preferred antibiotic for the treatment of Brevibacterium ravenspurgense infection. This case accentuates the importance of considering rare pathogens, particularly in patients with intricate medical backgrounds.

Source: IDCases

DOI: 10.1016/j.idcr.2025.e02318

Authors: Fang Xingyan, Ou Xingkun, Hu Yonglin, Daimin Xiao

Institution: Zunyi Medical University

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: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,370