A rare case of peritonitis due to Brevundimonas vesicularis

J Community Hosp Intern Med Perspect. 2018 Jun 12;8(3):161-162. doi: 10.1080/20009666.2018.1478564. eCollection 2018.

Abstract

Healthcare associated infections due to gram negative bacilli are a major concern among healthcare institutions. While Pseudomonas and Escherichia coli species are known major organisms; other lesser known species can also cause primary infection. We present a case of peritonitis in a patient on a peritoneal dialysis regimen due to Brevundimonas vesicularis.

Keywords: Brevundimonas vesicularis; Gram negative bacilli; Pseudomonas; peritonitis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports