Current trends in antimicrobial resistance of ESKAPEEc pathogens from bloodstream infections - Experience of a tertiary care centre in North India.

Introduction: Bloodstream infections (BSI) due to ESKAPEEc pathogens (Enterococcus faecium, Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Acinetobacter baumanni, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterobacter spp. and Escherichia coli), cause significant mobility and mortality worldwide and are among the most common healthcare associated infections. Rising rates of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in India are alarming, because of the high infection rates and poor control of antibiotic use.

Identification and Sensitivity of Vaginal and Probiotic species to Urinary Antibiotics.

 Healthy vaginal microbiota is mainly dominated by species namely , , , and . Lactobacilli are thought to play an important role in the prevention of urogenital infections, and probiotics to restore and/or maintain vaginal health has been advocated. These can interfere with the adherence, growth, and colonization by uropathogenic bacteria, thus reducing the risk of urinary tract infection (UTI).

Corynebacterium Striatum, an Emerging Nosocomial Pathogen: Case Reports.

Corynebacterium striatum is an emerging nosocomial pathogen, capable of causing a variety of infections in immunocompromised and hospitalized patients. ; Case Presentation: We describe three cases of infection by C. striatum that were initially considered as contamination.

Submandibular Lymphadenitis in an Immunocompetent Female: Microbiological Confirmation is Need of the Hour.

Background: Non-tuberculous mycobacterial (NTM) infections have been drawing interest recently because of their rising incidence not only in immunocompromised but also in immunocompetent individuals. These are underdiagnosed in India, due to the lack of awareness and a low index of suspicion. In regions endemic for tuberculosis (TB) such as India, presumptive anti-tubercular treatment (ATT) is often prescribed.

Post-Traumatic Endophthalmitis Due to Acinetobacter radioresistens: Virulence Potential of Commensal Bacteria.

Acinetobacter species are widely distributed in soil, water and hospital environment. In addition to A. calcoaceticus-baumannii complex, the clinically most relevant species, there are other genomospecies which are less frequently identified, mostly due to lack of accurate methods for routine identification.

Burkholderia Cepacia Complex Causing Pneumonia in an Immunocompetent Non-Cystic Fibrosis Patient: Case Report and Review of Literature.

Background: Burkholderia cepacia complex is widespread in the environment and has been recognized as a cause of opportunistic pulmonary infections, particularly in patients with Cystic Fibrosis (CF). The natural ecology of the bacteria as part of plant growth-promoting rhizosphere provides stark contrast to its infectious potential. Its preponderance as a nosocomial pathogen may be due to its ability to survive in antiseptic solutions, contaminate equipments and intrinsic antimicrobial resistance.