Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Victoria Birlutiu, Simona Elena Dobritoiu, Andreea Magdalena Ghibu, Rares Mircea Birlutiu, Loredana Camelia Boicean
Summary: In this case report, we present a Caucasian man with type 2 diabetes mellitus and hypertension who was diagnosed with a splenic abscess caused by S paucimobilis. Our literature search did not reveal any other case reports of splenic abscess caused solely by S paucimobilis.
Article
Ophthalmology
Prerna Sinha, Sanchita Mitra, Nandini Bothra, Mohammad Javed Ali
Summary: This study investigated the clinical presentations, complications, and outcomes of Sphingomonas paucimobilis-specific lacrimal drainage infections. A retrospective chart review was conducted on patients diagnosed with these infections and managed at a tertiary care Dacryology Service from November 2015 to May 2022. The results showed that Sphingomonas-specific lacrimal sac infections can have aggressive clinical presentations and require early and intensive therapy. Multimodal management yielded excellent outcomes.
CURRENT EYE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Kevin B. Laupland, David L. Paterson, Adam G. Stewart, Felicity Edwards, Patrick N. A. Harris
Summary: This study describes the epidemiology and outcome of Sphingomonas species bloodstream infections (BSI) in an Australian population. The findings suggest that this infection primarily occurs in the community and is associated with a significant risk of death.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Hyungdong Kim, Geeta Chhetri, Taegun Seo
Summary: The strain AE3(T) is a Gram-negative bacterium found in soil, belonging to the genus Sphingomonas, with specific growth conditions and physiological characteristics, representing a new species.
CURRENT MICROBIOLOGY
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Iosif Marincu, Felix Bratosin, Iulia Bogdan, Catalin Dumitru, Carmen Nicoleta Stoica, Andrei Nicolae Csep, Narcisa Mederle, Roxana Manuela Fericean, Alexandru Ovidiu Mederle, Reshmanth Prathipati, Gratiana Nicoleta Chicin, Adelina Mavrea, Paula Irina Barata, Adrian Vasile Bota
Summary: This article presents a rare case of meningitis caused by a co-infection with Sphingomonas paucimobilis and Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The clinical presentation and management of S. paucimobilis meningitis are not well established, and further research is needed. The literature search revealed a small number of reported cases, highlighting the importance of better understanding this rare infection.
MEDICINA-LITHUANIA
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Mohammed K. Alageel, Sarah Alromaih, Mohammed T. Alzahrani, Adham M. Abdulsamad
Summary: Septic arthritis, also known as infectious arthritis, is joint inflammation caused by various pathogens. This case report presents a rare occurrence of septic arthritis caused by Sphingomonas paucimobilis in an immunocompetent patient, who was successfully treated with pharmacological treatment and surgical intervention.
CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Review
Otorhinolaryngology
Mohammed Alyousef, Ahmad Alroqi, Nouf AlAmari
Summary: Atrophic rhinitis is a clinically recognized condition. This study presents a case of a patient diagnosed with atrophic rhinitis, where an uncommon bacterial pathogen, Sphingomonas paucimobilis, was isolated in nasal cultures. The study discusses the microorganisms associated with atrophic rhinitis and highlights the significant morbidity and mortality associated with these infections. Due to limited knowledge on the disease, diagnosis is often delayed, emphasizing the need for frequent monitoring and treatment to avoid complications. This study emphasizes the importance of considering this rare infection in patients presenting with nasal blockage, even in non-endemic areas.
ENT-EAR NOSE & THROAT JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Sophie Goemanne, Anne Tilmanne, Dominique Biarent, Pierre Smeesters, Paolo Simoni, Bhavna Ansuya Mahadeb, Alfredo Vicinanza
Summary: This article presents three cases of severe pediatric infections caused by genetically unrelated methicillin-sensitive Staphylococcus aureus producing Panton-Valentine leucocidin (PVL). The infections included necrotizing pneumonia, neck abscess extended to the mediastinum, and sacral osteomyelitis complicated by endocarditis. Prompt management including surgery and appropriate antibiotic regimens is crucial for these life-threatening infections.
FRONTIERS IN PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Immunology
Hongwei Zhao, Wenmiao Xu, Lijuan Wang, Yun Zhu, Xiaohui Wang, Yingchao Liu, Junhong Ai, Qianyu Feng, Li Deng, Yun Sun, Changchong Li, Rong Jin, Yunxiao Shang, Hengmiao Gao, Suyun Qian, Lili Xu, Zhengde Xie
Summary: This study revealed the persistent circulation of WUPyV in respiratory tract specimens in China, although its role as a causative agent for respiratory diseases has not been confirmed. WUPyV infection mainly occurs in children aged ≤ 5, and most patients are coinfected with other viruses, with rhinovirus being the most frequent. The main clinical symptoms of infected patients include fever, coughing, and sputum expectoration.
FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR AND INFECTION MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Hyun Young Kim, Jin Young Park, Jin Nam Kim, Jaewoong Yu, Bongsang Kim
Summary: Sphingomonas sp. strain NIBR02145, a potential chemoheterotrophic strain, was isolated from soil in Wando-gun, Republic of Korea. The NIBR02145 genome was sequenced using PacBio next-generation sequencing technology. The circular genome, with a size of 5,010,245-bp, has a GC content of 66.79% and contains 4,561 coding sequences, 6 rRNAs, and 52 tRNAs.
MICROBIOLOGY RESOURCE ANNOUNCEMENTS
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sirin Menekse, Elif Seren Tanriverdi, Ece Altinay, Halide Ogus, Arzu Atesoglu Aydogan, Duygu Saglam, Ozge Celik, Baris Otlu, Mehmet Kaan Kirali
Summary: Sphingomonas paucimobilis, an aerobic, non-fermentative, Gram-negative opportunistic bacillus, can persist on the surfaces of environmental devices in healthcare settings, leading to a prolonged outbreak. Individual tracking and documentation of pre- and post-disinfection procedures for critical care equipment, such as thoracic drainage aspirators and ECMO water heater devices, are crucial for complete elimination of the source of infection.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF INFECTION CONTROL
(2023)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Neil R. Kumar, Bridget S. Norwood
Summary: Sphingomonas paucimobilis, commonly found in the environment and hospital equipment, can cause pulmonary disease in immunocompetent patients in rare cases. This case report details a successful treatment of Sphingomonas paucimobilis pneumonia complicated by empyema in an immunocompetent patient, underscoring the importance of recognizing and treating this infection in such patients.
CUREUS JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Eve Ronin, Christian Derancourt, Andre Cabie, Karine Marion-Sanchez
Summary: The systematic review of Achromobacter species surgical site infections indicates that they do not preferentially target immunocompromised patients. Most infected patients were under 65 years old and had undergone heart or digestive surgery, leading to deep infections without co-infecting pathogens.
Article
Microbiology
Jin Li, Hangtao Wu, Qian Pu, Chu Zhang, Ying Chen, Zhengxin Lin, Xiufang Hu, Ou Li
Summary: Sphingomonas paucimobilis ZJSH1 is an endophytic bacterium that promotes plant growth. Its genome has gene fragment rearrangement and integration with phage genes. Functional analysis revealed colonization-related genes, chemotaxis, invasion, and genes encoding active materials. The bacterium exhibited resistance to salt, drought, and cadmium stresses. Its genome analysis contributes to understanding growth-promoting mechanisms and agricultural applications.
ARCHIVES OF MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Food Science & Technology
Ling Sun, Yazhen Wang, Meixiang Yue, Xialiang Ding, Xiangyang Yu, Jing Ge, Wenjing Sun, Lixiao Song
Summary: This study proposes an efficient method for mutagenesis and rapid screening of high-yield gellan gum mutants using atmospheric and room temperature plasma (ARTP) treatment combined with Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIRS). A NIRS model for online detection of gellan gum yield was constructed using joint interval partial least squares (siPLS) regression. Five genetically stable mutant strains were screened using the online NIRS detection method from approximately 600 mutant strains induced by ARTP. The gellan gum yield of mutant strain 519 was 9.427 g/L (increased by 133.5%) under the optimal fermentation conditions, compared to the original strain. Therefore, the ARTP mutation method combined with the NIRS model can be used to screen high-yield mutant strains of gellan gum and other polysaccharides.
Article
Oncology
Mine Duzgol, Elif Boncuoglu, Elif Kiymet, Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Melek Erdem, Isik Odaman Al, Bengu Demirag, Cuneyt Zihni, Tuba Hilkay Karapinar, Yesim Oymak, Timur Mese, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim
Summary: This study focused on Candida-associated catheter-related bloodstream infections (CRBSIs) in pediatric hematologic/oncologic malignancies patients. The most common malignancies were acute lymphoblastic leukemia and acute myeloid leukemia. Candida parapsilosis was the most frequently isolated Candida species, while Candida tropicalis, C. parapsilosis, and C. lusitanae were the main species responsible for Candida-related deaths.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC HEMATOLOGY ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Virology
Ilker Devrim, Elif Boncuoglu, Elif Klymet, Sahika Sahinkaya, Miray Yilmaz Celebi, Ela Cem, Mine Duzgol, Kamile Otiken Arlkan, Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Fatma Devrim, Hasan Agin, Nuri Bayram
Summary: There are two major pandemics in the new millennium, including the pandemic of swine influenza and the COVID-19 pandemic. In this case-control study, children with COVID-19 infection were compared to those with H1N1pdm09 virus infection. The study found that older children were more likely to be hospitalized for COVID-19 infections compared to pandemic influenza. Additionally, underlying disease was a significant factor for pediatric intensive care unit admission, regardless of the type of pandemic infection.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL VIROLOGY
(2022)
Letter
Immunology
Elif Boncuoglu, Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim, Elif Kiymet, Ilknur Caglar, Bengu Demirag, Cenk Eraslan, Elif Bolat, Yesim Ertan, Serra Kamer, Aycan Unalp
PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURNAL
(2022)
Letter
Immunology
Elif Boncuoglu, Elif Kiymet, Miray Yilmaz Celebi, Ela Cem, Mustafa Gulderen, Sahika Sahinkaya, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim
PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Mycology
Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Ummuhan Cay, Rumeysa Yalcinkaya, Emine Hafize Erdeniz, Tugce Tural Kara, Halil Ozdemir, Gizem Guner Ozenen, Meltem Polat, Zeynep Gokce Gayretli Aydin, Gulsum Alkan, Eda Kepenekli, Ozlem Ozgur Gundeslioglu, Elif Kiymet, Asuman Birinci, Filiz Kibar, Elif Boncuoglu, Zumrut Sahbudak Bal, Derya Alabaz, Ergin Ciftci, Gonul Tanir, Nuri Bayram, Ali Bulent Cengiz, Ilker Devrim
Summary: This study reviewed the characteristics, risk factors, treatment modalities, and outcomes of bloodstream infections caused by Trichosporon species in children in Turkey over the past ten years. The study found that invasive Trichosporon infections mainly affect immunocompromised patients with underlying diseases. Various antifungal treatment regimens were used, and voriconazole was associated with lower mortality rates.
JOURNAL DE MYCOLOGIE MEDICALE
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Fatma Devrim, Elif Boncuoglu, Elif Kiymet, Sahika Sahinkaya, Ela Cem, Mine Duzgol, Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Kamile Otiken Arikan, Asli Kantar, Ebru Yilmaz, Nida Dincel, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim
Summary: This study found that approximately one in five children with acute COVID-19 infections had proximal tubular dysfunction. Although the rate was lower than in adults, it should still be noted and followed up on.
WORLD JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2022)
Article
Mycology
Lker Devrim, Sevgi Topal, Gokhan Ceylan, Yeliz Oruc, Gamze Gulfidan, Yuce Ayhan, Nuri Bayram, Hasan Agin
Summary: This study assessed the therapeutic benefit of a central line bundle in preventing Candida species-related bloodstream infections in pediatric intensive care units. The results showed that the central line bundle significantly reduced the incidence of central line-associated bloodstream infections caused by Candida species.
JOURNAL DE MYCOLOGIE MEDICALE
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Ela Cem, Elif Boncuoglu, Elif Kiymet, Sahika Sahinkaya, Miray Yilmaz Celebi, Mustafa Gulderen, Pelin Kacar, Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Aysenur Aydin, Mehmet Murat, Murat Muhtar Yilmazer, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim
Summary: Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C) associated with COVID-19 infection has similarities to Kawasaki disease but presents with different clinical and laboratory features. This study compared MIS-C patients with pre-pandemic Kawasaki disease patients and found that MIS-C patients were older and had more symptoms such as headaches, vomiting, and diarrhea. There were also differences in laboratory findings.
PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY
(2023)
Letter
Immunology
Elif Boncuoglu, Elif Kiymet, Sahika Sahinkaya, Ela Cem, Miray Yilmaz Celebi, Mustafa Gulderen, Pelin Kacar, Gizem Guner Ozenen, Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim
PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Miray Yilmaz Celebi, Elif Kiymet, Elif Boncuoglu, Sahika Sahinkaya, Ela Cem, Mine Duzgol, Aybueke Akaslan Kara, Kamile Otiken Arikan, Dorukhan Besin, Suleyman Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim
Summary: This study evaluated the use of telemedicine in children with COVID-19, and found that interviews through telephone could help reduce patient burden and prevent contact with healthy individuals.
TELEMEDICINE AND E-HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Ela Cem, Elif Kiymet, Elif Boncuoglu, Sahika Sahinkaya, Miray Yilmaz Celebi, Mine Duzgol, Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Kamile Arikan, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim
Summary: This study evaluated the treatment process of COVID-19 patients and found that supportive care is still the main therapeutic option. Oseltamivir treatment showed no efficacy, while the use of azithromycin and hydroxychloroquine decreased significantly. Favipiravir remains the first choice for drug treatment.
JOURNAL OF DR BEHCET UZ CHILDRENS HOSPITAL
(2022)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Gizem Guner Ozenen, Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Elif Kiymet, Elif Boncuoglu, Sahika Sahinkaya, Ela Cem, Miray Yilmaz Celebi, Pelin Kacar, Mustafa Gulderen, Meltem Uras, Murat Muhtar Yilmazer, Mehmet Murat, Timur Mese, Hasan Agin, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the role of troponin I levels in predicting early cardiac involvement in children with COVID-19. The results showed that children with elevated troponin levels had longer hospital stays and were more likely to experience neutropenia, tachycardia, admission to the pediatric intensive care unit (PICU), oxygen support, and mechanical ventilation. Furthermore, most of the children with elevated troponin levels were diagnosed with myocarditis.
PEDIATRIC CARDIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Ezgi Kiran Tasci, Ozlem Bekem Soylu, Onur Tasci, Ilker Gunay, Erhan Eser
Summary: The aim of this study was to evaluate the quality of life in patients with functional and organic dyspepsia and assess any changes during follow-up. It was found that both groups had affected quality of life and implementing recommendations and treatment improved the quality of life in both groups.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Pediatrics
Ela Cem, Elif Kiymet, Elif Boncuoglu, Sahika Sahinkaya, Miray Yilmaz Celebi, Mustafa Gulderen, Gizem Guner Ozenen, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim
Summary: This study discusses the conditions that may develop in children after COVID-19 infection and reviews the indications for rehospitalizations. The findings suggest that children without underlying diseases may experience complications from COVID-19 infection.
TURKISH JOURNAL OF PEDIATRICS
(2023)
Letter
Immunology
Elif Boncuoglu, Aybuke Akaslan Kara, Nuri Bayram, Ilker Devrim, Elif Kiymet, Ilknur Caglar, Bengu Demirag, Cenk Eraslan, Elif Bolat, Yesim Ertan, Serra Kamer, Aycan Unalp
PEDIATRIC INFECTIOUS DISEASE JOURNAL
(2022)
