Case report and clinical analysis of pyothorax due to Nocardia pseudobrasiliensis infection
10.3969/j.issn.1002-2694.2024.00.135
- VernacularTitle:假巴西诺卡菌感染性脓胸1例及临床分析
- Author:
Li-Hui ZHAO
1
;
Ju-Rong YAN
;
Jun CHEN
;
Yi REN
Author Information
1. 武汉市肺科医院检验科,武汉 430033
- Keywords:
Nocardia pseudobrasiliensis;
pyothorax;
Nocardiosis
- From:
Chinese Journal of Zoonoses
2024;40(9):901-904
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Nocardia pseudobrasiliensis(N.pseudobrasiliensis)is a new taxon constituting an emerging species of human pathogenic Nocardia.Few clinical cases of N.pseudobrasiliensis infection have been reported.Here,we discuss the morpho-logical features,identification methods,clinical manifestations,clinical diagnosis,and treatment of N.pseudobrasiliensis,de-scribing experience in the isolation and identification of this pathogen.The case information and diagnostic process in a patient with pyothorax caused by N.pseudobrasiliensis who received treatment in Wuhan Pulmonary Hospital was analyzed retrospec-tively.The relevant literature was analyzed,and experience in diagnosis and treatment is discussed.The treating physician promptly changed the treatment from meropenem to trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole combined with amoxicillin/clavulanic acid,on the basis of test results and drug sensitivity information.The patient was discharged early with symptomatic relief af-ter treatment.The reporting of this case is aimed at increasing clinicians'awareness of the disease,decreasing misdiagnosis and underdiagnosis,and supporting timely diagnosis and treatment of patients with lung diseases caused by N.pseudobrasiliensis,particularly pyothorax.
