Septic Abortion due to Streptococcus pneumoniae: a rarity - Case report

Authors

  • Imran Ahmed Aga Khan University, Karachi Pakistan
  • Kauser Jabeen Aga Khan University, Karachi Pakistan
  • Sumaira Naz Aga Khan University, Karachi Pakistan
  • Afia Zafar Aga Khan University, Karachi Pakistan

Abstract

It is very rare to find Streptococcus pneumoniae causing septic abortion. This case report describes a case of septic abortion
attributed to S. pneumoniae. The pathogen was isolated from high vaginal swab and blood cultures of the patient. The patient
was treated successfully and discharged in stable condition. This case report highlights the significance of pneumococcus in septic abortion and emphasizes upon microbiology laboratory personnel the importance of correlating cultures with clinical findings of patients.
Key words: Case report, Septic abortion, Streptococcus pneumoniae

Author Biography

Imran Ahmed, Aga Khan University, Karachi Pakistan

 

 

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03-04-2023

How to Cite

Ahmed, I., Jabeen, K., Naz, S., & Zafar, A. (2023). Septic Abortion due to Streptococcus pneumoniae: a rarity - Case report. Infectious Diseases Journal of Pakistan, 27(1), 18–19. Retrieved from https://ojs.idj.org.pk/index.php/Files/article/view/179

Issue

Vol. 27 No. 1 (2018): INFECTIOUS DISEASES JOURNAL OF PAKISTAN

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Case Report

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