Abstract
Neutropenic patients are susceptible to infections with usually harmless microorganisms. We report two cases of severe pneumonia in hematological patients due to Kytococcus schroeteri, a saprophyte of the human skin. When blood cultures or respiratory specimens yield micrococcus-like colonies, Kytococcus species, which are often resistant to penicillin, should be considered and the antimicrobial therapy should be adjusted accordingly
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 138-140 |
Journal | Infection |
Volume | 38 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2010 |