Enterococcus hirae-related acute pyelonephritis and cholangitis with bacteremia: An unusual infection in humans

oleh: Tze-Sian Chan, Min-Shung Wu, Fat-Moon Suk, Chun-Nan Chen, Yung-Fa Chen, Yen-Hui Hou, Gi-Shih Lien

Format: Article
Diterbitkan: Wiley 2012-02-01

Deskripsi

Very few reports are available from the literature related to Enterococcus hirae infection in humans, which is more frequently seen in animals and birds. We report two patients with E hirae bacteremia caused by acute pyelonephritis and acute cholangitis. The clinical courses have been smooth on use of sensitive antibiotic therapy. In both cases, the primary sources and portals of entry are clearly identified.