Gordonia Species: Emerging Pathogens in Pediatric Patients That Are Identified by 16S Ribosomal RNA Gene Sequencing

Abstract excerpt

Gordonia species are emerging pathogens that are often misidentified as Rhodococcus or Nocardia species but are reliably distinguished by 16S ribosomal RNA gene sequencing. We present a case series of 6 episodes of catheter-associated infection caused by Gordonia species in 5 patients seen at a tertiary care pediatric hospital and describe the management and outcomes of this infection in adults and children.

Topics

Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.

• Share to Actinomycetales infections and treatment
• Share to Cholangiocarcinoma and Gallbladder Cancer Studies
• Share to Infectious Disease Case Reports and Treatments