Atypical Presence of Leuconostoc pseudomesenteroides in a Lower Respiratory Tract Infection
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10.5812/archcid-134941چکیده
Introduction: Leuconostoc species are gram-positive microorganisms typically isolated from dairy and brewing industries. Infections in humans are extremely rare. They are vaguely associated with patients who have co-morbidities and a history of antibiotic use. The rise of inadvertent microbiota complicates treatment delivery. Conclusions: The bacterial culture was identified as L. pseudomesenteroides . Bacterial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing were verified. Antibiotics were administered empirically and intravenously until the patient achieved normal clinical status.