A rare infection in the tropics that is not uncommon in cases of chronic granulomatous disease

Chromobacterium violaceum is a rare cause of infection in immunocompromised patients in the tropics with a spectrum of disease manifestations, including severe disease. Early identification of this micro-organism is essential for appropriate management. We present a case of C. violaceum septicaemia...

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Published in:Access microbiology 2019-10, Vol.1 (8)
Main Authors: Bansie, Rakesh, Harkisoen, Soeradj, Lachman, Varsha, Lai A. Fat, Esther, Ramdhani, Navin, van Laar, Jan A. M.
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Language:English
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Summary:Chromobacterium violaceum is a rare cause of infection in immunocompromised patients in the tropics with a spectrum of disease manifestations, including severe disease. Early identification of this micro-organism is essential for appropriate management. We present a case of C. violaceum septicaemia in a patient with chronic granulomatous disease.
ISSN:2516-8290
2516-8290
DOI:10.1099/acmi.0.000039