Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Catheter infection from exposure to dogs and a cat?
By Diaz, Mark Anthony et al.·Published in BMJ case reports·2019·Mayo Clinic Hospital, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: catheter-related bloodstream infection after exposure to domestic dogs and a cat.
Plain-English summary
A patient receiving dialysis developed a bloodstream infection that was likely linked to her exposure to her domestic dogs and a cat. The infection was caused by a type of bacteria that can be treated with antibiotics, but because the bacteria can stick to surfaces like catheters, the medical team decided to remove the catheter and start antibiotic treatment to clear the infection. After this treatment, the patient showed both clinical improvement and clear lab results indicating the infection was gone. This case highlights the importance of educating pet owners about the risks of infections that can come from their pets.
Abstract
We report a case of a catheter-related bloodstream infection due to oxacillin-susceptiblein a patient receiving haemodialysis who possibly acquired the organism from her pets. Because of persistent bacteremia and the organism's ability to form biofilm, catheter removal and antimicrobial therapy were indicated to attain source control. Both clinical and microbiological cure were confirmed. Catheter care education should include information about pet exposure and the possibility of zoonotic infections.
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