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What causes Serratia bacteria?
The bacteria will grow in any moist location where phosphorous containing materials or fatty substances accumulate. Sources of these substances include soap residues in bathing areas, feces in toilets, and soap and food residues in pet water dishes.
Where is Serratia found?
It is commonly found in the respiratory and urinary tracts of hospitalized adults and in the gastrointestinal systems of children. Due to its abundant presence in the environment, and its preference for damp conditions, S.
How is Serratia infection treated?
Serratia infections should be treated with an aminoglycoside plus an antipseudomonal beta-lactam, as the single use of a beta-lactam can select for resistant strains. Most strains are susceptible to amikacin, but reports indicate increasing resistance to gentamicin and tobramycin.
Where does Serratia bacteria come from?
Serratia bacteria are common inhabitants of our environment and can be found in many places, including human and animal feces, dust, soil, and in surface waters. The bacteria will grow in any moist location where phosphorous containing materials or fatty substances accumulate.
Is Serratia marcescens easily transmitted?
marcescens infections are known to be transmitted through hand-to-hand contact by medical personnel. In this case, solutions used for medical purposes, catheterizations, and needle punctures can be contaminated and infect patients(31). Patients may also be infected with S.
What happens if you get Serratia marcescens?
S. marcescens bacteria is known to cause a variety of different types of human infections, including: urinary tract infections (UTIs), respiratory tract infections, conjunctivitis, tear duct infections, and keratitis. Although extremely rare, it can also cause pneumonia and meningitis.
Where is Serratia normally found?
What is the treatment for Serratia marcescens conjunctivitis?
Serratia marcescens ( S. marcescens) was cultured from the discharge from the left eye; the child was treated and cured effectively with appropriate antibiotics. Cherian A. Serratia marcescens conjunctivitis due to nasolacrimal duct obstruction. J Acad Clin Microbiol 2015;17:119-20
Is there a role for Serratia marcescens in soft contact lens-associated ocular infections?
The role of Serratia marcescens in soft contact lens associated ocular infections. A review Serratia marcescens is a Gram negative rod which for a century and a half was considered a harmless saphrophyte.
What are the causes of Serratia marcescens keratitis?
Serratia marcescens keratitis is associated with the presence of an abnormal corneal surface, use of topical medications, and contact lens wear. Prompt medical therapy results in a good clinical response in the majority of cases.
Is Serratia marcescens harmful to humans?
Recently, however, scientific research has shown that s. marcescens can be a harmful bacterium. Serratia marcescens is now known to be a common cause of human infections in the respiratory tract, digestive tract, and in wound site infection.