Curious Case Series of E. coli in Pleural Fluid Misdiagnosed as Tuberculosis

Authors: Khalid A*, Nasreen F, Athar M and Siddiqui SM

DOI: 10.23880/accmj-16000233

Volume 9, Issue 1

Abstract

E. coli infections in the lungs are commonly overlooked because they are infrequent. There is a scarcity of information in the literature about the specifics of E. coli’s involvement in the respiratory system. It is a case series of three ICU patients who had E. coli chest infections. This report highlights the importance of having early culture and sensitivity of pleural effusion to ensure sensible antibiotic treatment. It indicates that there is a need for a thorough examination of antibiotic resistance in hospital settings, and infection control that limits the unnecessary use of extended spectrum cephalosporins and carbapenems is critical.

Keywords: E. coli; Piperacillin; Tazobactam; Amikacin; Cephalosporins; Carbapenems

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