scholarly journals Talpa (poll evil): Description of a case

2020 ◽  
Vol 76 (10) ◽  
pp. 6454-2020
Author(s):  
DARIUSZ BEDNAREK ◽  
ROLAND KUSY ◽  
GRZEGORZ TOMCZYK ◽  
JADWIGA ZAGAŃCZYK
Keyword(s):  
Brucella Abortus ◽  
Staphylococcus Epidermidis ◽  
Purulent Discharge ◽  
Puncture Wound ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Streptococcus Equi ◽  
Improper Use ◽  
Onchocerca Cervicalis ◽  
Nuchal Ligament ◽  
Traditional Term

Talpa (poll evil) is a traditional term for an inflammatory illness of horses that manifests itself in a characteristic swelling on the top of the neck and the back of the horse’s head between the ears, which is caused by infection of the bursa (bursitis) in the neck and progresses to a large abscess at the poll. It starts as an inflamed bursa at the anterior end of the neck between vertebrae and the nuchal ligament, and swells until it presents as a characteristic swelling at the poll. The swelling can increase until it ruptures and drains. There are several causes of talpa, such as injury, irritation of the skin, or a puncture wound, but the most common cause is infection by various bacteria, including but not limited to Brucella abortus accompanied with Actinomyces bovis, as well as Bacteroides fragilis, Corynebacterium spp., Escherichia coli, Pasteurella spp., Proteus mirabilis, Staphylococcus aureus, Staphylococcus epidermidis, Streptococcus equi, Streptococcus zooepidemicus and even some parasites, such as Onchocerca cervicalis or O. reticulata. Because of the modern efforts to reduce the incidence of brucellosis in livestock, horses are less exposed to Brucella abortus, and hence modern cases of poll evil usually arise from skin trauma due to the horse striking its head against poorly designed or lowclearance structures, or to improper use of equipment, particularly leaving a badly-chosen halter on the horse around the clock. Poll evil is difficult to treat because of the deep-seated nature of the infection. If the bacterial infection of the bursa and nuchal ligament has spread, and purulent discharge is present, antibiotic therapy will be necessary along with hot packs and, possibly, surgery to remove infected and devitalized tissue. The paper presents the aetiopathogenetic background of poll evil and then describes in detail a field case reported in veterinary practice.

scholarly journals Characteristic of Bacterias And Antibiotic Sensitivity of Blood Culture in Sepsis

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 99-106
Author(s):  
Jesica Sidabutar ◽  
Nurmalia Purnama Sari ◽  
Phey Liana
Keyword(s):  
Univariate Analysis ◽  
Treatment Guideline ◽  
Antibiotic Sensitivity ◽  
Gram Positive ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Gram Positive Bacteria ◽  
Threatening Condition ◽  
Improper Use ◽  
Life Threatening ◽  
Staphylococcus Hominis

Introduction: Sepsis is a group of symptoms caused by infection, characterized byorgan dysfunction due to compromised hosts response to infection hence may leadto a life-threatening condition. One of the treatments for sepsis stated in one hour-bundle is the administration of broad-spectrum antibiotics before the culture resultsobtained. Improper use of antibiotics may lead to antibiotic resistance. The purposeof this study was to describe the microbes pattern and their sensitivity to antibioticsin patients with sepsis at Muhammad Hoesin Hospital, Palembang, to contribute toa useful treatment guideline and to provide a reference for further research.Methods: This study was a descriptive observational study with a cross-sectionaldesign using medical record of patients diagnosed with sepsis whose blood cultureresults were positive. This study was conducted at Muhammad Hoesin Hospital,Palembang, from January 2017 to December 2018. The data was processed andanalyzed by univariate analysis using the SPSS 21.0 computer program. Results:The study subjects were predominantly children with Gram-positive bacteria(24.6%) as the most common cause. The most common bacteria observed wereStaphylococcus epidermidis (35.7%), Staphylococcus aureus (27.3%), Staphylococcushaemolyticus (24%), and Staphylococcus hominis (21.4%). Linezolid (100%),nitrofurantoin (100%), and quinupristin/dalfopristin (100%) were found to besensitive to gram-positive bacteria. Conclusion: Gram-positive bacteria were themost common cause of sepsis in Muhammad Hoesin Hospital, Palembang. Thebacteria were sensitive to linezolid, nitrofurantoin, and quinupristin/ dalfopristin.

scholarly journals Genome Sequence of Staphylococcus epidermidis Strain AU12-03, Isolated from an Intravascular Catheter

2012 ◽  
Vol 194 (23) ◽  
pp. 6639-6639 ◽  
Author(s):  
Li Zhang ◽  
Mark Morrison ◽  
Páraic Ó Cuív ◽  
Paul Evans ◽  
Claire M. Rickard
Keyword(s):  
Genome Sequence ◽  
Staphylococcus Epidermidis ◽  
Draft Genome ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Draft Genome Sequence ◽  
Nosocomial Pathogen ◽  
Intravascular Catheter ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Catheter Tip

ABSTRACTIn recent years,Staphylococcus epidermidishas become a major nosocomial pathogen and the most common cause of intravascular catheter-related bacteremia, which can increase morbidity and mortality and significantly affect patient recovery. We report a draft genome sequence ofStaphylococcus epidermidisAU12-03, isolated from an intravascular catheter tip.

Susceptibility of Propionibacterium acnes, Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis to 10 Kampo Formulations

1997 ◽  
Vol 25 (6) ◽  
pp. 318-324 ◽  
Author(s):  
S Higaki ◽  
S Mommatsu ◽  
M Morohashi ◽  
T Yamagishi ◽  
Y Hasegawa
Keyword(s):  
Staphylococcus Aureus ◽  
Staphylococcus Epidermidis ◽  
Propionibacterium Acnes ◽  
Herbal Medicines ◽  
Skin Infections ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Chinese Herbal ◽  
Crude Drugs ◽  
And Staphylococcus Aureus

We examined the in vitro sensitivities of three bacteria: Propionibacterium acnes, and Staphylococcus epidermidis, commonly detected in acne lesions, and Staphylococcus aureus, a common cause of skin infections, to 10 Kampo formulations (Chinese herbal medicines; combinations of powdered extracts of crude drugs). Both Staphylococcus species showed similar sensitivities to all 10 formulations, with minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) ranging from 25 to 400 mg/ml. P. acnes, however, was particularly sensitive to one formulation, keigai-rengyo-to (MIC, 0.78 – 25 mg/ml), prompting speculation that it might contain components with strong antibacterial activity to P. acnes. P. acnes showed similar sensitivities to all the other formulations (MIC 6.25 – 200 mg/ml). The ranges of MICs and the MIC50s (concentrations that inhibit 50% of isolates) were very similar to those previously recorded in 1990 for the two Staphylococcus species.

scholarly journals The study of prevalence of needle stick and sharp injuries among healthcare workes in tertiary care hospital, Navi Mumbai

2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (4) ◽  
pp. 227-231
Author(s):  
Debapriya Das Choudhury ◽  
Jyoti P Sonawane ◽  
Abhay Chowdhary
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Tertiary Care Hospital ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Occupational Exposures ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Needle Stick ◽  
Improper Use

Needlestick injuries (NSIs) as defined by accidentally puncture the skin by needles. The occupational exposures to NSIs are considered to be much higher in the developing world and multiple risk factors eg. improper use of protective equipment (like failure to use suitable-sized gloves), working in surgical or intensive care units, insufficient work experience, young age, needle recapping, unsuitable needle disposal, intravenous cannulation may contribute to NSIs. To determine the occurrence/ prevalence of needle stick and sharp injuries (NSIs) among healthcare workers working in a tertiary care hospital and the factors responsible for NSIs. A cross-sectional study was conducted in a tertiary care hospital among HCws in the hospital over a period of one year Jan 2020-December 2020. Nursing staffs are most frequently reported NSI. Among the groups, most common cause of NSIs was found to be recapping of needle followed by cleaning, HGT and procedure. The most common cause of NSI among housekeeping staffs found to be needle lying on the floor and accidental mixing of sharp biomedical waste with other waste. The HCWs from critical care unit eg. ICUs are the most commonly reported NSIs HCWs are always at high risk of attaining NSIs. The nursing staffs followed are the most vulnerable group who gets the sharp/NSI and require extra attention. As a preventive measures regular training and education of nursing staffs and all other categories of health care workers to be ensured in healthcare settings.

Penetrating trauma of the face and facial skeleton – a case series of six patients

2017 ◽  
Vol 89 (1) ◽  
pp. 50-60
Author(s):  
Aneta Neskoromna-Jędrzejczak ◽  
Katarzyna Bogusiak ◽  
Aleksander Przygoński ◽  
Bogusław Antoszewski
Keyword(s):  
Foreign Body ◽  
Literature Review ◽  
General Condition ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Penetrating Trauma ◽  
Facial Skeleton ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Improper Use ◽  
The Face ◽  
Life Threatening

Penetrating traumas of the facial skeleton are relatively rare; however, they can be dangerous and even life-threatening. The epidemiology of facial skeleton trauma is diverse and depends on the affected region, age, and the kind of foreign body that caused the injury. In Poland, the most common cause of penetrating traumas are accidents and assaults, and only rarely accidents are related to improper use of firecrackers or fireworks. The aim of this study is to present a literature review and our own experience with penetrating traumas of the face and the facial part of the cranium. Six cases with severe wounds and fractures of the facial skeleton were treated between the years 2000 and 2012 in our department. The applied treatment methods depended mainly on the general condition of the patients. In all cases, we achieved acceptable functional and aesthetic outcomes.

Improper use of certain meds common cause of ADRs

2013 ◽  
Vol 1436 (1) ◽  
pp. 3-3
Keyword(s):  
Common Cause ◽  
Improper Use

scholarly journals Genome Sequence of Staphylococcus epidermidis AUH4567, a Clinical Isolate from an Infected Central Venous Catheter

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (12) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rikke Louise Meyer ◽  
Sandra M. Skovdal ◽  
Ian P. G. Marshall ◽  
Lars Schreiber ◽  
Niels Nørskov-Lauritsen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Central Venous Catheter ◽  
Staphylococcus Epidermidis ◽  
Biofilm Formation ◽  
Draft Genome ◽  
Venous Catheter ◽  
Central Venous ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Central Venous Catheter Infection ◽  
Strain Variability

ABSTRACT Staphylococcus epidermidis is a common cause of implant-associated infections, and this is related to its ability to form biofilms. Strain-to-strain variability in biofilm formation is likely caused by genetic differences. Here, we present a draft genome of S. epidermidis AUH4567, which was isolated from a central venous catheter infection.

Scanning Electron Microscopy of Staphylococcus Epidermidis Adherence to Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis Catheters

1985 ◽  
Vol 43 ◽  
pp. 520-521
Author(s):  
William J. Lamoreaux ◽  
David L. Smalley ◽  
Larry M. Baddour ◽  
Alfred P. Kraus
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscopy ◽  
Peritoneal Dialysis ◽  
Continuous Ambulatory Peritoneal Dialysis ◽  
Staphylococcus Epidermidis ◽  
Sterile Saline ◽  
Intravascular Devices ◽  
Capd Patient ◽  
Scanning Electron

Infections associated with the use of intravascular devices have been documented and have been reported to be related to duration of catheter usage. Recently, Eaton et al. reported that Staphylococcus epidermidis may attach to silastic catheters used in continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis (CAPD) treatment. The following study presents findings using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) of S. epidermidis adherence to silastic catheters in an in vitro model. In addition, sections of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) dialysis bags were also evaluated by SEM.The S. epidermidis strain RP62A which had been obtained in a previous outbreak of coagulase-negative staphylococcal sepsis at local hospitals was used in these experiments. The strain produced surface slime on exposure to glucose, whereas a nonadherent variant RP62A-NA, which was also used in these studies, failed to produce slime. Strains were grown overnight on blood agar plates at 37°C, harvested from the surface and resuspended in sterile saline (0.85%), centrifuged (3,000 rpm for 10 minutes) and then washed twice in 0.1 M phosphate-buffered saline at pH 7.0. Organisms were resuspended at a concentration of ca. 106 CFU/ml in: a) sterile unused dianeal at 4.25% dextrose, b) sterile unused dianeal at 1.5% dextrose, c) sterile used dialysate previously containing 4.25% dextrose taken from a CAPD patient, and d) sterile used dialysate previously containing 1.5% dextrose taken from a CAPD patient.

The Principle of the Common Cause

2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabor Hofer-Szabo ◽  
Miklos Redei ◽  
Laszlo E. Szabo
Keyword(s):  
Common Cause ◽  
The Common
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