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Sat, 20 Mar 2010 16:19:46 +0100 Activities of fourth generation cephalosporins alone and in combination with gentamicin, amikacin, ciprofloxacin and levofloxacin against bloodstream http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346220&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D84%3Bepage%3D85%3Baulast%3DOzbek Ozbek B, Otuk GIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):84-85 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346220 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346220 Validation of multiplex PCR for simultaneous detection, identification of methicilin resistant http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346219&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D82%3Bepage%3D83%3Baulast%3DJindal Jindal NIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):82-83 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346219 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346219 Emergence of optochin resistance among http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346218&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D80%3Bepage%3D81%3Baulast%3DKacou-N%27douba Kacou-N'douba A, Okpo S C, Ekaza E, Pakora A, Koffi S, Dosso MIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):80-81 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346218 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346218 Pacing lead endocarditis due to http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346217&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D72%3Bepage%3D73%3Baulast%3DKothari We present here a case of Aspergillus fumigatus tricuspid valve endocarditis associated with permanent pacemaker leads. Tricuspid valve vegetectomy was done and the pacing leads were also removed. Culture from the excised vegetation grew Aspergillus fumigatus. The patient was started on IV Amphotericin B for eight weeks. The patient was subsequently followed up in the out-patient clinic, and remains afebrile after one year, with no evidence of any vegetation. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346217 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346217 Acute necrotizing pancreatitis with pancreatic abscess due to http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346216&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D64%3Bepage%3D67%3Baulast%3DSonavane Sonavane A, Baradkar V, Salunkhe P, D'Souza D, Kumar SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):64-67Acute pancreatitis occasionally presents as pancreatic abscess with complications like pleural effusion and ascites. There are several pre-disposing factors, the most common being cholelithiaisis, alcohol abuse, infective causes, trauma, and metabolic causes such as diabetic ketoacidosis, while some cases are idiopathic. Here, we report a rare case of acute necrotizing pancreatitis in a 40-year-old male who presented with pain in the abdomen, ascites and left basal pleural effusion. A computerized tomography (CT) scan showed findings suggestive of pancreatic necrosis, with abscess formation and free-fluid surrounding area. The aspirated pus sample was processed for Gram stain... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346216 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346216 Catheter associated bloodstream infection caused by http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346215&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D62%3Bepage%3D64%3Baulast%3DSood We report a case of R. radiobacter bloodstream infection associated with a central venous catheter which was easily controlled by antimicrobial treatment and did not require removal of intravascular device. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report from India implicating R. radiobacter as a cause of human infection. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346215 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346215 Chronic subdural empyema and cranial vault osteomyelitis due to http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346214&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D60%3Bepage%3D62%3Baulast%3DBhooshan Bhooshan P, Shivaprakasha S, Dinesh K R, Kiran M, Karim PMSIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):60-62Intracranial infections, especially subdural empyema, due to salmonella are rare. Subdural empyema caused by Salmonella paratyphi A has been documented only once earlier in the literature. Hence, we report a case of subdural empyema and osteomyelitis of cranial vault due to S. paratyphi A. A 42- year-old male presented with headache and purulent discharge from right parietal burr hole wound site. Patient gave a history of head injury two years ago. He underwent burr hole evacuation of chronic subdural haematoma, excision of outer membrane and right parietal craniectomy. The cultures grew S. paratyphi A. Recovery was uneventful following surgical intervention and antibiotic ther... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346214 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346214 Extraction and detection of http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346213&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D57%3Bepage%3D59%3Baulast%3DKamble Kamble R R, Shinde V S, Madhale S P, Kamble A A, Ravikumar B P, Jadhav R SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):57-59Abstract Identification of Mycobacterium leprae, which causes leprosy, is done by Ziehl Neelsen Carbol Fuchsin (ZNCF) stained slit skin smear microscopy that aids in the diagnosis and quantification of approximate bacterial load carried by the patient. We attempted M. leprae DNA extraction from 46 stained slit skin smear negative slides, using Proteinase K and SDS lysis, followed by ethanol precipitation. M. leprae specific primers (16SrRNA) were used for PCR-based amplification of DNA. We could detect M. leprae DNA in 15 (32.6%) samples. The method can be useful in the diagnosis of apparently slit skin smear negative leprosy cases. (Source: Indian Journa... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346213 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346213 Emerging http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346212&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D51%3Bepage%3D53%3Baulast%3DVerma Verma S, Thakur S, Kanga A, Singh G, Gupta PIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):51-53This retrospective study incorporates a six years, six months (January 2000-June 2006) laboratory data comprising 258 isolates of Salmonella. Cultures were identified by standard methods. Salmonella enterica serotype Typhi (S.Typhi) was the more frequent serotype isolated i.e., 61.62% with the remaining 38.37% being Salmonella enterica serotype Paratyphi A (S. Paratyphi A). There was emergence of S. Paratyphi A as the predominant serotype in 2003-2004 with resurgence of serotype Typhi thereon. A total of 66.27% isolates were resistant to one or more antibiotics. MDR S. Typhi was 10.69% and while 13.13% were MDR S. Paratyphi A. There was decrease in resistanc... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346212 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346212 Molecular detection of host cytokine expression in http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346211&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D40%3Bepage%3D44%3Baulast%3DHosseini Hosseini M Eshagh, Oghalaie A, Habibi G, Nahvijoo A, Hosseini Z M, Tashakoripoor M, Mohammadi MIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):40-44Background: Helicobacter pylori (Hp) is a bacterium recognised as a main causative agent for the development of chronic active gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, gastric adenocarcinoma and primary gastric lymphoma. Objective: Determination of the levels of IFN-γ (pro-inflammatory) and IL-4 (anti inflammatory) cytokine expression as indicators of Th1 and Th2 immune responses in gastric cancer (GC) and non gastric cancer (Non GC) dyspeptic patients by gene specific RT-PCR. Materials and Methods: Biopsy specimens were collected from three groups of gastric cancer (GC=18), non ulcer dyspepsia (NUD = 38) and peptic ulcer patients (PU... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346211 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346211 Detection of pneumolysin and autolysin genes among antibiotic resistant http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346210&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D34%3Bepage%3D39%3Baulast%3DSourav Conclusion: Emerging resistance observed for cefepime and ceftriaxone might be due their increased and frequent usage nowadays. Presence of pneumolysin appears to be more critical for pathogenesis of invasive infections than the ocular infections. However, presence of lytA gene in all the isolates signifies that irrespective of site of isolation, kind of infection caused, autolysin is an obligate necessity for this organism. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346210 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346210 The use of E-test for the drug susceptibility testing of http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346209&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D30%3Bepage%3D33%3Baulast%3DVerma Conclusion: E-strips are not quite feasible as a replacement for LJ-proportion method on a large scale due to high risk of cross contamination, laboratory infection, expense associated with it and high false positive resistance observed to all first line drugs. However, the good correlation observed for RIF between the two methods indicates that E-test could contribute to the role in rapid screening of MDR TB isolates as rifampicin mutations are invariably observed in MDR TB isolates. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346209 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346209 Differentiation of clinical http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3346208&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D26%3Bepage%3D29%3Baulast%3DAbass Conclusion: The gyrB PCR-RFLP using the endonuclease Rsa1 can be used to differentiate M. tuberculosis from M. bovis in clinical isolates. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3346208 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 17:15:51 +0100 3346208 Acute necrotizing pancreatitis with pancreatic abscess due to <i>Prevotella </i>species in a diabetic http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159497&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D64%3Bepage%3D67%3Baulast%3DSonavane Sonavane A, Baradkar V, Salunkhe P, D'Souza D, Kumar SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):64-67Acute pancreatitis occasionally presents as pancreatic abscess with complications like pleural effusion and ascites. There are several pre-disposing factors, the most common being cholelithiaisis, alcohol abuse, infective causes, trauma, and metabolic causes such as diabetic ketoacidosis, while some cases are idiopathic. Here, we report a rare case of acute necrotizing pancreatitis in a 40-year-old male who presented with pain in the abdomen, ascites and left basal pleural effusion. A computerized tomography (CT) scan showed findings suggestive of pancreatic necrosis, with abscess formation and free-fluid surrounding area. The aspirated pus sample was processed for Gram stain... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159497 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:38:48 +0100 3159497 Managment of infectious disease outbreak: Lessons learnt from the H1N1 outbreak http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3159496&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D1%3Bepage%3D1%3Baulast%3DKanungo Kanungo RIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):1-1 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3159496 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 16:38:48 +0100 3159496 Research snippets from the medical world http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145635&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D86%3Bepage%3D87%3Baulast%3DDesikan Desikan PrabhaIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):86-87 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145635 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145635 Activities of fourth generation cephalosporins alone and in combination with gentamicin, amikacin, ciprofloxacin and levofloxacin against bloodstream <i>Pseudomonas aeruginosa </i>isolate http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145634&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D84%3Bepage%3D85%3Baulast%3DOzbek Ozbek B, Otuk GIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):84-85 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145634 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145634 Clinical microbiology for neonatal infections http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145633&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D83%3Bepage%3D83%3Baulast%3DViswanathan Viswanathan R, Singh A KIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):83-83 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145633 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145633 Validation of multiplex PCR for simultaneous detection, identification of methicilin resistant <i>Staphylococcus aureus</i> http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145632&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D82%3Bepage%3D83%3Baulast%3DJindal Jindal NIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):82-83 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145632 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145632 Important methodological considerations with respect to differentiation of CTX-M-15 and CTX-M-28 extended-spectrum beta-lactamases http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145631&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D81%3Bepage%3D82%3Baulast%3DMenezes Menezes G A, Khan M A, Hays J PIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):81-82 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145631 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145631 Emergence of optochin resistance among <i>S. pneumoniae</i> strains colonizing healthy children in Abidjan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145630&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D80%3Bepage%3D81%3Baulast%3DKacou-N%27douba Kacou-N'douba A, Okpo S C, Ekaza E, Pakora A, Koffi S, Dosso MIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):80-81 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145630 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145630 CD4+ T lymphocyte count in healthy HIV seronegative adults of north India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145629&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D79%3Bepage%3D80%3Baulast%3DJindal Jindal N, Arora UIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):79-80 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145629 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145629 Screening for hepatitis B and C viral markers among nursing students in a tertiary care hospital http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145628&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D78%3Bepage%3D79%3Baulast%3DSingh Singh G, Singh M P, Walia I, Sarin C, Ratho R KIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):78-79 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145628 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145628 Dirofilariasis: A rare case report http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145627&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D75%3Bepage%3D77%3Baulast%3DSingh We report the first case of dirofilariasis, from the Eastern-part of India, to the best of our knowledge. Among the documented cases of human dirofilariasis caused by <i>D</i>. <i>repens</i>, recorded in India, most of them had ocular infections and few had subcutaneous involvement of the face. This is the first case report of human dirofilariasis from India involving the lower part of human body. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145627 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145627 Unresolving pericarditis: Suspect filariasis in the tropics http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145626&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D73%3Bepage%3D75%3Baulast%3DPrasanthi We report the case of 33-year-old man with severe dyspnoea and chest pain, referred from a private nursing home with a provisional diagnosis of unresolving pericarditis. Pericardial tap revealed massive pericardial effusion with actively motile microfilariae. No microfilariae (Mf) were seen in the peripheral blood. Haemorrhagic effusion resolved completely with DEC. Though relatively uncommon, tropical diseases must always be considered in the etiological diagnosis of pericardial effusion. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145626 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145626 Pacing lead endocarditis due to <i> Aspergillus fumigatus</i> http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145625&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D72%3Bepage%3D73%3Baulast%3DKothari We present here a case of <i>Aspergillus</i> <i>fumigatus</i> tricuspid valve endocarditis associated with permanent pacemaker leads. Tricuspid valve vegetectomy was done and the pacing leads were also removed. Culture from the excised vegetation grew <i>Aspergillus</i> <i>fumigatus</i>. The patient was started on IV Amphotericin B for eight weeks. The patient was subsequently followed up in the out-patient clinic, and remains afebrile after one year, with no evidence of any vegetation. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145625 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145625 <i>Acanthamoeba</i> keratitis with <i>Curvularia </i>co-infection http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145624&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D67%3Bepage%3D71%3Baulast%3DGupta We report a case of <i>Acanthamoeba</i> keratitis with <i>Curvularia</i> co-infection. <i>Acanthamoeba</i> and fungal co-infection have been uncommonly reported in literature, worldwide. A classical history with a strong clinical suspicion and experienced laboratory personnel with systematic examination of corneal scrapings for bacterial, viral, parasitic and fungal causes are imperative for accurate diagnosis. Early diagnosis of <i>Acanthamoeba</i> keratitis or fungal infection followed by aggressive and appropriate treatment with effective agents is critical for the retention of good vision. <i>Acanthamoeba&#x0... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145624 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145624 Acute necrotizing pancreatitis with pancreatitis abscess due to <i>Prevotella</i> species in a diabetic http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145623&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D64%3Bepage%3D67%3Baulast%3DSonavane Sonavane A, Baradkar V, Salunkhe P, D'Souza D, Kumar SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):64-67Acute pancreatitis occasionally presents as pancreatic abscess with complications like pleural effusion and ascites. There are several pre-disposing factors, the most common being cholelithiaisis, alcohol abuse, infective causes, trauma, and metabolic causes such as diabetic ketoacidosis, while some cases are idiopathic. Here, we report a rare case of acute necrotizing pancreatitis in a 40-year-old male who presented with pain in the abdomen, ascites and left basal pleural effusion. A computerized tomography (CT) scan showed findings suggestive of pancreatic necrosis, with abscess formation and free-fluid surrounding area. The aspirated pus sample was processed for Gram stain... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145623 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145623 Catheter associated bloodstream infection caused by <i> R. radiobacter</i> http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145622&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D62%3Bepage%3D64%3Baulast%3DSood We report a case of <i>R</i>. <i>radiobacter</i> bloodstream infection associated with a central venous catheter which was easily controlled by antimicrobial treatment and did not require removal of intravascular device. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report from India implicating <i>R</i>. <i>radiobacter</i> as a cause of human infection. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145622 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145622 Chronic subdural empyema and cranial vault osteomyelitis due to <i><i>Salmonella</i> paratyphi</i> A http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145621&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D60%3Bepage%3D62%3Baulast%3DBhooshan Bhooshan P, Shivaprakasha S, Dinesh K R, Kiran M, Karim PMSIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):60-62Intracranial infections, especially subdural empyema, due to salmonella are rare. Subdural empyema caused by <i>Salmonella</i> <i>paratyphi</i> <i>A</i> has been documented only once earlier in the literature. Hence, we report a case of subdural empyema and osteomyelitis of cranial vault due to <i>S</i>. <i>paratyphi</i> <i>A</i>. A 42- year-old male presented with headache and purulent discharge from right parietal burr hole wound site. Pati... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145621 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145621 Extraction and detection of <i>Mycobacterium leprae</i> DNA from ZNCF-stained skin smear slides for better identification of negative skin smears http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145620&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D57%3Bepage%3D59%3Baulast%3DKamble Kamble R R, Shinde V S, Madhale S P, Kamble A A, Ravikumar B P, Jadhav R SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):57-59<b>Abstract </b>Identification of <i>Mycobacterium</i> <i>leprae</i>, which causes leprosy, is done by Ziehl Neelsen Carbol Fuchsin (ZNCF) stained slit skin smear microscopy that aids in the diagnosis and quantification of approximate bacterial load carried by the patient. We attempted <i>M</i>. <i>leprae</i> DNA extraction from 46 stained slit skin smear negative slides, using Proteinase K and SDS lysis, followed by ethanol precipitation. <i>M&#... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145620 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145620 Determination of hepatitis C virus genotypes among blood donors in Ahvaz, Iran http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145619&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D54%3Bepage%3D56%3Baulast%3DFarshadpour In conclusion, high prevalence of 53.3% HCV 1a genotype was observed among blood donors in Ahvaz city. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145619 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145619 Emerging <i>Salmonella</i> Paratyphi A enteric fever and changing trends in antimicrobial resistance pattern of salmonella in Shimla http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145618&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D51%3Bepage%3D53%3Baulast%3DVerma Verma S, Thakur S, Kanga A, Singh G, Gupta PIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):51-53This retrospective study incorporates a six years, six months (January 2000-June 2006) laboratory data comprising 258 isolates of Salmonella. Cultures were identified by standard methods. <i>Salmonella</i> <i>enterica</i> serotype Typhi (<i>S</i>.Typhi) was the more frequent serotype isolated i.e., 61.62% with the remaining 38.37% being <i>Salmonella</i> <i>enterica</i> serotype Paratyphi A (<i>S</i>. Paratyphi A). There was emergence of &#x00... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145618 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145618 Antimicrobial susceptibility testing of rapidly growing mycobacteria by microdilution - Experience of a tertiary care centre http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145617&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D48%3Bepage%3D50%3Baulast%3DSet Conclusions:</b> We wish to emphasize that reporting of rapidly growing mycobacteria from clinical settings, along with their sensitivity patterns, is an absolute need of the hour. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145617 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145617 <i>Chlamydia trachomatis</i> causing neonatal conjunctivitis in a tertiary care center http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145616&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D45%3Bepage%3D47%3Baulast%3DKakar The objective of the present study was to determine the aetiology of neonatal conjunctivitis and clinico-epidemiological correlates of chlamydial ophthalmia neonatorum. Fifty-eight newborns with signs and symptoms of conjunctivitis were studied. Conjunctival specimens were subjected to Gram staining, routine bacteriological culture, culture for <i>Neisseria</i> <i>gonorrhoeae</i> and direct fluorescent antibody (DFA) staining for diagnosis of <i>C</i>. <i>trachomatis</i> infection. <i>C</i>. <i>trachomatis</i> was detected in 18 (31%) neonates. Fi... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145616 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145616 Molecular detection of host cytokine expression in <i>Helicobacter pylori </i>infected patients via semi-quantitative RT-PCR http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145615&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D40%3Bepage%3D44%3Baulast%3DHosseini Hosseini M Eshagh, Oghalaie A, Habibi G, Nahvijoo A, Hosseini Z M, Tashakoripoor M, Mohammadi MIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):40-44<b>Background:</b> <i>Helicobacter</i> <i>pylori</i> (Hp) is a bacterium recognised as a main causative agent for the development of chronic active gastritis, peptic ulcer disease, gastric adenocarcinoma and primary gastric lymphoma. <b> Objective:</b> Determination of the levels of IFN-γ (pro-inflammatory) and IL-4 (anti inflammatory) cytokine expression as indicators of Th1 and Th2 immune responses in gastric cancer (GC) and non gastric cancer (Non GC) dyspeptic patie... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145615 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145615 Detection of pneumolysin and autolysin genes among antibiotic resistant <i>Streptococcus pneumoniae</i> in invasive infections http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145614&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D34%3Bepage%3D39%3Baulast%3DSourav Conclusion:</b> Emerging resistance observed for cefepime and ceftriaxone might be due their increased and frequent usage nowadays. Presence of pneumolysin appears to be more critical for pathogenesis of invasive infections than the ocular infections. However, presence of <i>lytA</i> gene in all the isolates signifies that irrespective of site of isolation, kind of infection caused, autolysin is an obligate necessity for this organism. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145614 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145614 The use of E-test for the drug susceptibility testing of <i>Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i> - A solution or an illusion? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145613&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D30%3Bepage%3D33%3Baulast%3DVerma Conclusion:</b> E-strips are not quite feasible as a replacement for LJ-proportion method on a large scale due to high risk of cross contamination, laboratory infection, expense associated with it and high false positive resistance observed to all first line drugs. However, the good correlation observed for RIF between the two methods indicates that E-test could contribute to the role in rapid screening of MDR TB isolates as rifampicin mutations are invariably observed in MDR TB isolates. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145613 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145613 Differentiation of clinical <i>Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i> complex isolates by their <i>GyrB</i> polymorphism http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145612&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D26%3Bepage%3D29%3Baulast%3DAbass Conclusion:</b> The gyrB PCR-RFLP using the endonuclease <i>Rsa</i>1 can be used to differentiate <i>M</i>. <i>tuberculosis</i> from <i>M</i>. <i>bovis</i> in clinical isolates. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145612 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145612 Effectiveness of anti-tuberculosis treatment among patients receiving highly active antiretroviral therapy at Vihiga district hospital in 2007 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145611&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D21%3Bepage%3D25%3Baulast%3DKwange Conclusion:</b> The high sputum conversion rates in the two groups indicated good control and management of TB. Findings in this study indicated that delayed use of HAART during TB treatment leads to better outcome in TB treatment. The study recommends more concerted efforts to provide TB treatment to HIV positive TB patients in Kenya. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145611 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145611 Interventions to reduce needle stick injuries at a tertiary care centre http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145610&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D17%3Bepage%3D20%3Baulast%3DMehta Conclusion:</b> No case of seroconversion has taken place, so far, as a result of needle stick injuries at our centre. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145610 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145610 Infection control with limited resources: Why and how to make it possible? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145609&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D11%3Bepage%3D16%3Baulast%3DSarma This article reviews the scale of the problem, the WHO recommended interventions and improvement strategies in institutional setup in developing and transitional countries. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145609 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145609 Clinical microbiology in the intensive care unit: Strategic and operational characteristics http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145608&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D5%3Bepage%3D10%3Baulast%3DBhattacharya Bhattacharya S, Mondal A SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):5-10Infection is a major cause of morbidity and mortality among patients admitted in intensive care units (ICUs). The application of the principles and the practice of Clinical Microbiology for ICU patients can significantly improve clinical outcome. The present article is aimed at summarising the strategic and operational characteristics of this unique field where medical microbiology attempts to venture into the domain of direct clinical care of critically ill patients. The close and strategic partnership between clinical microbiologists and intensive care specialists, which is essential for this model of patient care have been emphasized. The article includes discussions on a variety of common clinical-microbiol... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145608 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145608 Evidence-based diagnosis of tuberculosis: Resources for the medical microbiologist http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145607&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D2%3Bepage%3D4%3Baulast%3DMinion Minion J, Pai MIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):2-4 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145607 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145607 Infectious disease outbreak management: Lessons learnt from the H1N1 outbreak http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3145606&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2010%3Bvolume%3D28%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D1%3Bepage%3D1%3Baulast%3DKanungo Kanungo RIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2010 28(1):1-1 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3145606 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 16:14:05 +0100 3145606 Biosecurity http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765616&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D387%3Bepage%3D387%3Baulast%3DJayachandran Jayachandran SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):387-387 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765616 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765616 Antimicrobial resistance - The modern epidemic current status and research issues http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765615&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D386%3Bepage%3D387%3Baulast%3DKanungo Kanungo RebaIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):386-387 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765615 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765615 The poem syndrome http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765614&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D384%3Bepage%3D385%3Baulast%3DDesikan Desikan PIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):384-385 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765614 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765614 An unusual presentation of <i> Wuchereria bancrofti</i> infection http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765613&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D382%3Bepage%3D383%3Baulast%3DRawat Rawat V, Rizvi G, Sharma N, Pandey HIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):382-383 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765613 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765613 Calvarial tubercular osteomyelitic abscess http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765612&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D380%3Bepage%3D381%3Baulast%3DRajesh Rajesh A, Purohit A K, Lakshmi VIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):380-381 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765612 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765612 Cefoxitin disk diffusion test - Better predictor of methicillin resistance in <i> Staphylococcus aureus</i> http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765611&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D379%3Bepage%3D380%3Baulast%3DGupta Gupta M, Singh N P, Kumar A, Kaur I RIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):379-380 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765611 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765611 Laboratory microbiology to clinical microbiology: Are we ready for a transition? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765610&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D378%3Bepage%3D379%3Baulast%3DKapila Kapila K, Kaushik KIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):378-379 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765610 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765610 Potential of biofilm formation by staphylococci on polymer surface and its correlation with methicillin susceptibility http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765609&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D377%3Bepage%3D378%3Baulast%3DChaudhury Chaudhury A, Nagaraja M, Kumar A GIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):377-378 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765609 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765609 Vancomycin resistant enterococci in a tertiary care hospital in Mumbai http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765608&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D375%3Bepage%3D376%3Baulast%3DDe De A, Bindlish A, Kumar S, Mathur MIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):375-376 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765608 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765608 Pilot evaluation of commercial liquid culture method for isolation of mycobacteria in resource-poor settings http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765607&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D374%3Bepage%3D375%3Baulast%3DSharma Sharma R K, Rajput K P, Kothari N D, Nerurkar V, Malvankar S SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):374-375 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765607 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765607 Comparative in vitro antimicrobial activity of tigecycline against clinical isolates of vancomycin-resistant enterococcus http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765606&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D373%3Bepage%3D374%3Baulast%3DYemisen Yemisen M, Demirel A, Mete B, Kaygusuz A, Mert A, Tabak F, Ozturk RIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):373-374 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765606 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765606 Red grain botryomycosis due to <i> Staphylococcus aureus</i> - A novel case report http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765605&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D370%3Bepage%3D372%3Baulast%3DKatkar We report here a case of an intensely inflammatory type of botryomycosis. A 35-year-old male labourer presented with swelling, redness and multiple sinuses on his foot, of eight months duration. The purulent discharge contained bright red coloured grains, 0.5 to 1 mm in size, which were round to oval in shape. Gram-positive cocci were demonstrated in crushed granules and tissue sections. Culture yielded pure and heavy growth of <i> Staphylococcus aureus</i> . He responded very well to cefazolin. There is no other report of such red grain botryomycosis due to <i> Staphylococcus</i> <i> aureus</i> , available in literature.<b> </b> Th... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765605 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765605 Primary cutaneous aspergillosis due to <i> Aspergillus niger</i> in an immunocompetent patient http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765604&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D367%3Bepage%3D370%3Baulast%3DMohapatra Mohapatra S, Xess I, Swetha J V, Tanveer N, Asati D, Ramam M, Singh M KIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):367-370Primary cutaneous aspergillosis is a rare entity, usually caused by <i> A. fumigatus</i> and <i> A. flavus</i> . Here, we present such a case, manifested by ulceration due to <i> A. niger,</i> which remained undiagnosed for a prolonged period. The immunological status was intact, although the patient had associated severe fungal infection. Recurrence of the lesion occurred despite repeated anti-fungal therapies. Anti fungal testing was done based on the broth dilution (M-38A, NCCLS, USA) method. The culture isolate was found to be sensitive to fl... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765604 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765604 Salmonella enterica serotype dublin bacteraemia mimicking enteric fever http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765603&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D365%3Bepage%3D367%3Baulast%3DDias We present here Salmonella Dublin Bacteraemia in an elderly patient, with all the clinical details, due to the rarity of its occurrence. He was treated successfully with ciprofloxacin and his follow up period was uneventful. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765603 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765603 A rare case of tubercular cerebellar abscess http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765602&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D363%3Bepage%3D365%3Baulast%3DWanjari We report a case of multiple cerebellar abscesses in a 55-year-old HIV seronegative non-diabetic female, who complained of headache, neck pain and unsteadiness of gait since two months. She had been on treatment for pulmonary tuberculosis, diagnosed earlier. Diagnosis was made by CT scan of brain and confirmed by bacteriological examination of drained pus obtained by suboccipital craniotomy. The patient showed signs of recovery. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765602 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765602 Female genital TB and HIV co-infection http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765601&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D361%3Bepage%3D363%3Baulast%3DDuggal Duggal S, Duggal N, Hans C, Mahajan R KIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):361-363HIV-induced immunosuppression paves the way for several infections, tuberculosis being very common in our country. Female genital tuberculosis (FGTB), presenting as menstrual irregularities, is a diagnostic challenge in an adolescent female when these may be considered normal. The present case is of a young female who presented with menstrual irregularities, diagnosed subsequently as a case of genital tuberculosis. Microbiological relapse after anti-tubercular treatment of six months caused suspicion of a co-existing immunodeficiency and investigations revealed HIV co-infection; thus emphasizing the need of HIV testing in all patients of tuberculosis for timely diagnosis and treatment support th... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765601 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765601 Magnitude of drug resistant shigellosis: A report from Bangalore http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765600&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D358%3Bepage%3D360%3Baulast%3DSrinivasa Srinivasa H, Baijayanti M, Raksha YIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):358-360<i>Shigella</i> is an important cause of acute invasive diarrhea in children and others. Antimicrobial susceptibility of <i> Shigella</i> spp. isolated from diarrhoeal/ dysenteric patients in Bangalore was studied in our hospital from January 2002 to December 2007. One hundred and thirty-four isolates were identified as <i> Shigella</i> species. <i> S. flexneri, S. sonnei</i> , <i> S. boydii </i> and <i> S. dysenteriae</i> were accounted respectively for 64.9&#x00... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765600 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765600 Characterization of leptospires using V3 region of 16S rDNA by denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis : A case study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765599&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D354%3Bepage%3D357%3Baulast%3DPol This study is a preliminary work to evaluate the usefulness of Denaturing Gradient Gel Electrophoresis (DGGE) to identify serovars of leptospira. The V3 region of most conserved 16S rDNA of five pathogenic leptospiral serovars and one saprophytic serovar was characterized. DGGE method was employed to separate the amplified V3 region based on the nucleotide sequence. On DGGE, amplified V3 region of leptospiral serovars, under study, showed bands at different positions indicating DGGE as the effective method of characterization in the future. DNA sequencing of V3 region of the three serovars showed great difference in nucleotide sequence supporting the results of DGGE. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765599 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765599 Oral fluid, a substitute for serum to monitor measles IgG antibody? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765598&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D351%3Bepage%3D353%3Baulast%3DGoyal Goyal A, Shaikh N J, Kinikar A A, Wairagkar N SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):351-353We have analyzed the suitability and potential of Oral Fluid (OF) to substitute serum in estimating measles IgG antibodies, during community surveys, by comparing the Optical Density (OD) of measles IgG antibodies in OF and serum of 100 apparently asymptomatic children. IgG antibody status was determined using commercially available - Measles IgG Capture ELISA. Sensitivity 89.5%, specificity 90.6% Concordance of 89%, coefficient of correlation r is equal to 0.97 (Karl Pearson's) and rho is equal to 0.86 (Spearman's), was found between OD value of OF and serum. The study emphasizes the potential of OF to surrogate serum in estimating Measles IgG antibody... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765598 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765598 Hantavirus species in India : A retrospective study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765597&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D348%3Bepage%3D350%3Baulast%3DChandy Chandy S, Okumura M, Yoshimatsu K, Ulrich R G, John G T, Abraham P, Arikawa J, Sridharan GIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):348-350Hantaviruses cause hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome in Europe and Asia. There are about 20 documented hantavirus species and newer species are being described worldwide, especially in non-rodent reservoirs, i.e shrews. Focus reduction neutralization test is the classical serotyping technique for hantavirus. However, this study employs a previously established serotyping ELISA, to retrospectively analyze known hantavirus IgG reactive samples for infecting serotypes. The result suggests presence of <i> Thailand virus-</i> like and <i> Hantaan virus</i> -like strai... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765597 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765597 Characterization and anti - microbial susceptibility of gram - negative bacteria isolated from bloodstream infections of cancer patients on chemotherapy in Pakistan http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765596&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D341%3Bepage%3D347%3Baulast%3DSaghir Conclusion:</b> High resistance observed in this study warrants the needs of surveillance of resistant pattern of antimicrobial agents. Due to increased level of drug resistance, carbapenem would be a prudent choice in high- risk cases. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765596 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765596 The role of active efflux in antibiotic - resistance of clinical isolates of<i> Helicobacter pylori</i> http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765595&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D335%3Bepage%3D340%3Baulast%3DFalsafi Conclusion: </b> Energy-dependant efflux plays a role in the resistance of <i> H. pylori</i> clinical isolates to structurally unrelated antibiotics in a broadly specific multidrug efflux manner. Difference in the efflux potential of MAR isolates may be related to the presence or absence of functional efflux-pumps in diverse<i> H. pylori </i> isolates. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765595 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765595 Anti - microbial resistance stratified by risk factor among <i> <i>Escherichia</i> coli</i> strains isolated from the urinary tract at a rural clinic in Central India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765594&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D329%3Bepage%3D334%3Baulast%3DChatterjee Conclusion:</b> High rates of anti-microbial resistance in community-acquired uropathogens have made antimicrobial sensitivity testing necessary even in a rural, primary-care setting. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765594 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765594 Effect of stress on production of heat labile enterotoxin by <i> <i>Escherichia</i> coli</i> http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765593&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D325%3Bepage%3D328%3Baulast%3DHegde Hegde A, Bhat G K, Mallya SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):325-328Enterotoxigenic <i> Escherichia coli</i> (ETEC) is an important pathogen responsible for secretory diarrhoea. The production of heat labile enterotoxin (LT), by ETEC, is largely responsible for the pathogenesis of diarrhoea. In the present study we investigated the effect of stress factors such as temperature, pH, osmotic stress and nutritional limitation on the production of LT by ETEC using in-house GMI-ELISA. Four strains of <i> E. coli</i> consisting, one standard strain MTCC 723 and three clinical isolates were used in the study. Maximum amount of LT (OD 3.285) was produced at 37<sup> 0</sup&#x... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765593 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765593 Distribution of <i> Malassezia</i> species in patients with pityriasis versicolor in Northern Iran http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765592&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D321%3Bepage%3D324%3Baulast%3DShokohi Conclusion</b> : Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that PCR-RFLP is a relatively simple and quick method, completely comparable to the routine methods used for <i> Malassezia</i> identification. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765592 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765592 Genetic diversity among toxigenic clostridia isolated from soil, water, meat and associated polluted sites in South India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765591&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D311%3Bepage%3D320%3Baulast%3DSathish Conclusion:</b> These analyses contribute to the understanding of prevalence of toxigenic clostridial species and phylogeny within the species and assist in development of improved diagnostics and therapeutics for the treatment of clostridial infections. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765591 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765591 Beijing genotype and other predominant <i> Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i> spoligotypes observed in Mashhad city, Iran http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765590&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D306%3Bepage%3D310%3Baulast%3DRohani Conclusions:</b> Genotyping and Spoligotyping gives a unifying framework for both epidemiology and evolutionary analysis of <i> M. tuberculosis</i> populations. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765590 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765590 Review of virulence factors of enterococcus : An emerging nosocomial pathogen http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765589&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D301%3Bepage%3D305%3Baulast%3DGiridhara Giridhara Upadhyaya P M, Ravikumar K L, Umapathy B LIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):301-305Enterococcus,<i> </i> considered a normal commensal of intestinal tract, is fast emerging as a pathogen causing serious and life threatening hospital borne infections. This is attributed to acquisition of multi drug resistance and virulence factors of the organisms. The sequencing of <i> Enterococcus faecalis</i> has given a lot of insight into its genetic makeup. The <i> E. faecalis</i> strain V583, which has been sequenced, contains a total of 3182 open reading frames (ORFs) with 1760 of these showing similarity to known proteins and 221 of unknown functions. Str... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765589 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765589 Established and potential risk factors for <i> clostridum difficile </i> infection http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765588&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D289%3Bepage%3D300%3Baulast%3DVaishnavi Vaishnavi CIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):289-300<i>Clostridium difficile</i> is the aetiological agent for almost all cases of pseudo membranous colitis and 15-25% of antibiotic associated diarrhoea. In recent years, <i> C. difficile</i> associated disease (CDAD) has been increasing in frequency and severity due to the emergence of virulent strains. Severe cases of toxic mega colon may be associated<sup> </sup> with mortality rates of 24-38%. The prevalence of CDAD is global and the incidence varies<sup> </sup> considerably from place to place. In the initial stages of its discovery, <i&#x... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765588 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765588 Women in medical microbiology: Reflections on contributions http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2765587&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D285%3Bepage%3D288%3Baulast%3DKaushik Kaushik K, Kapila KIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(4):285-288 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2765587 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:03:04 +0100 2765587 Efficacy of nasopharyngeal culture in identification of pathogens in middle ear fluid in chronic otitis media with effusion http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2583843&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D237%3Bepage%3D241%3Baulast%3DEser Conclusion:</b><i> </i> PCR is a more reliable method to detect middle ear pathogens in MEF in comparison with the conventional culture methods. The NP colonization wasn't found to be an indicator of the pathogen in MEF although middle ear pathogens colonize more in nasopharynx of diseased children. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2583843 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:12:56 +0100 2583843 Evaluation of the bactec MGIT 960 TB system for recovery and identification of <i> Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i> complex in a high volume tertiary care centre http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2583842&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D217%3Bepage%3D221%3Baulast%3DRodrigues Conclusion:</b> MGIT 960 system with PNBA assay for identification of <i> M. tuberculosis</i> complex is a rapid and useful method in laboratories processing a large number of specimens. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2583842 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:12:56 +0100 2583842 Microbes, the moon, and A/H1N1 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2583841&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D182%3Bepage%3D184%3Baulast%3DDesikan Desikan PrabhaIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):182-184 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2583841 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:12:56 +0100 2583841 Emergence of novel influenza A/H1N1 virus as a pandemic agent http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2583840&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D179%3Bepage%3D181%3Baulast%3DRavi Ravi VIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):179-181 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2583840 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 12:12:56 +0100 2583840 Research snippets from the medical world http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569680&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D282%3Bepage%3D283%3Baulast%3DDesikan Desikan PrabhaIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):282-283 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569680 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569680 Bacterial contamination of mobile phones of health care workers http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569679&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D279%3Bepage%3D281%3Baulast%3DDatta Datta P, Rani H, Chander J, Gupta VIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):279-281 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569679 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569679 Etiology and risk factors for early onset neonatal sepsis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569678&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D279%3Bepage%3D279%3Baulast%3DAnanthakrishnan Ananthakrishnan Shanthi, Gunasekaran DIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):279-279 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569678 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569678 Comparision of performance characteristics of automated PCR systems with culture for detection of MTB complex from clinical samples in central India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569677&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D277%3Bepage%3D278%3Baulast%3DDesikan Desikan P, De S, Mishra P, Jain A, Panwalkar N, Verma M, Maudar K KIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):277-278 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569677 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569677 PPTCT of HIV: Two and a half year experience at MKCG medical college, Berhampur, India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569676&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D276%3Bepage%3D277%3Baulast%3DDash Dash M, Padhi S, Panda P, Pattnaik D, Parida BIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):276-277 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569676 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569676 Ciprofloxacin breakpoints in enteric fever: Time to revise our susceptibility criteria http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569675&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D276%3Bepage%3D276%3Baulast%3DRodrigues Rodrigues C, Kumar N J, Lalwani J, Mehta AIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):276-276 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569675 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569675 Familial tularaemia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569674&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D272%3Bepage%3D275%3Baulast%3DPeker In this report, we have presented an early stage case of tularemia with fever and pharyngitis and two cases from the same non-endemic region with typical lymphadenitis. All three patients were treated with non-specific medications in healthcare centres, the treatment being directed towards symptoms resembling those of upper respiratory tract infections. However, there was no regression in their complaints. Because the first case had been treated earlier, his lymphadenopaties regressed and there was no suppuration. The other two cases, which had been suspected to be exposed to the same pathogen based on their histories, were at a mild acute phase and presented to our clinic with typical lymphadenitis. The diagnoses of each of the three patients were made serologically. An early clinical rec... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569674 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569674 Uncommon presentation of pulmonary aspergilloma http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569673&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D270%3Bepage%3D272%3Baulast%3DBaradkar Baradkar V P, Mathur M, Kumar SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):270-272Cases of pulmonary aspergilloma without any predisposing factors are rarely reported. Clinical presentation varies from case to case. Here, we report a case of pulmonary aspergilloma in a 60-year-old male patient who was admitted to the Intensive Respiratory Care Unit with spontaneous pneumothorax. The patient had a history of dyspnea on exertion since 9 months and mild haemoptysis since the last 6 months. A computerised tomographic scan of the lungs showed a lesion in the left main bronchus along with obstructive emphysema of the right lung, moderate pneumothorax and mediastinal emphysema. Bronchoscopy was performed and the biopsy samples were processed for histopathological examination and culture on ... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569673 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569673 Hantavirus infection: A case report from India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569672&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D267%3Bepage%3D270%3Baulast%3DChandy We report here a case of hantavirus infection in a 46 year old quarry worker presenting with fever, abdominal pain, jaundice, thrombocytopenia and renal dysfunction. Seroconversion and rising anti-hantavirus IgG titers were taken as evidence of hantavirus infection. Clinicians should consider hantavirus infections in the differential diagnosis of acute febrile illness along with scrub typhus, leptospirosis and dengue. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569672 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569672 <i>Mycobacterium thermoresistibile</i>: Case report of a rarely isolated mycobacterium from Europe and review of literature http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569671&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D264%3Bepage%3D267%3Baulast%3DNeonakis This study presents its phenotypic and biochemical profile, susceptibilities to selected antibiotics and <i> hsp65</i> polymerase chain reaction-restriction fragment length polymorphism profile with <i> BsteII</i> and <i> Hae III</i> . (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569671 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569671 Neonatal melioidosis: A case report from India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569670&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D260%3Bepage%3D263%3Baulast%3DNoyal We report, for the first time from the Indian subcontinent, a case of melioidosis in a neonate, its clinical presentation, microbiological diagnosis, possible mode of transmission and outcome. A pre-term female baby developed respiratory distress soon after birth. The child was febrile, had tachypnea, grunting, normal heart rate with a low pulse volume and poor peripheral perfusion. Chest X-ray revealed right-sided bronchopneumonia. <i> B. pseudomallei </i> was isolated from the blood culture of the neonate collected aseptically. The neonate was successfully treated with meropenem. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569670 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569670 Isolated pancreatic tuberculosis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569669&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D259%3Bepage%3D260%3Baulast%3DPandita Pandita K K, Sarla, Dogra SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):259-260Isolated pancreatic tuberculosis (TB) is extremely rare, even in countries where TB is endemic. The recent increased reporting of TB of the pancreas is related to a worldwide increase in TB and an increase in emigration from countries where TB is endemic into countries where more sophisticated healthcare and diagnostic facilities are available. Herein, we report an unusual case of isolated pancreatic region TB, which presented with dyspeptic symptoms and was diagnosed by ultrasonography-guided needle aspiration and computed tomography scan of the abdomen. This case is unique with regard to abundant bacterial load, as evident by Ziehl Neelsen staining and absence of evidence of TB elsewhere. Pancreatic TB sh... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569669 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569669 Food poisoning due to <i> <i>Salmonella</i> enterica</i> serotype weltevreden in Mangalore http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569668&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D257%3Bepage%3D258%3Baulast%3DAntony This report emphasizes the geographical distribution of this organism in the Coastal Karnataka region. S.Weltevreden may be overlooked due to the biochemical similarity to <i> S. Paratyphi</i> B & <i> S. Typhimurium.</i> (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569668 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569668 Evaluation of a rapid immunochromatographic device for the detection of IgM & IgG antibodies to dengue viruses (DENV) in a tertiary care hospital in south India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569667&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D254%3Bepage%3D256%3Baulast%3DMoorthy This study has evaluated the performance of a rapid immunochromatographic test (ICT) device in detecting antibodies to Dengue virus (DENV) in a tertiary hospital in South India. Sera from hospital attendees, with requests for DENV antibody testing, were tested with the Panbio Dengue Duo Cassette and a reference antibody capture assay for the detection of IgM (Dengue IgM capture ELISA-National Institute of Virology, India) and IgG (Dengue IgG capture ELISA-Panbio Diagnostics Inc., Australia) antibodies. The ICT results were compared with results of antibody capture tests for the detection of the IgM and IgG antibodies, respectively. Accuracy indices for IgM and IgG detection, respectively were - sensitivity 81.8% and 87.5%, specificity 75.0%, and 66.6%, positive ... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569667 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569667 Microbicides in India-present and future http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569666&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D251%3Bepage%3D253%3Baulast%3DNath Nath A, Garg SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):251-253India continues to wage a battle against the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) epidemic. Despite an array of preventive and control efforts directed against the disease, it continues to finds its way from the high risk groups to the general population. Women are more vulnerable to HIV/AIDS because of biological as well as socio-cultural factors. Microbicides appear to provide an attractive option as a means of protection to be used by women. At present, microbicide trials are in study phases I and II in India. The development of an ideal microbicide candidate which would be effective and confirms to user satisfaction poses a major challenge to researchers. (Source: Indian Jour... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569666 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569666 Isolation and identification of nontuberculous mycobacteria from water and soil in central India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569665&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D247%3Bepage%3D250%3Baulast%3DNarang In this study, NTM were isolated from environment (soil and water) of the AIDS patients with disseminated NTM disease to know the prevalence of environmental NTM species and their correlation with clinical isolates from patients of the same area.<i> </i> Paraffin baiting technique was used to isolate NTM from environmental samples. Once isolated, subcultures were made on Lowenstein Jensen and Middlebrook 7H10 media and the species were identified using phenotypic and genotypic techniques. A total of 26 NTM isolates belonging to seven different species could be identified. <i> Mycobacterium avium </i> was the only species isolated from both clinical and environmental samples of the same patient; but the isolates... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569665 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569665 Dermatophytes, related keratinophilic and opportunistic fungi in indoor dust of houses and hospitals http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569664&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D242%3Bepage%3D246%3Baulast%3DSingh Singh I, Mishra A, Kushwaha RKSIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):242-246Dermatophytes, related keratinophilic and opportunistic fungi were isolated from indoor dust samples of 46 hospitals and 47 houses in Kanpur. A total of 19 fungi represented by 11 genera were isolated by the hair-baiting technique from 230 and 235 samples from hospitals and houses respectively. The isolated fungi are<i> Acremonium implicatum </i> (Indian Type Culture Collection) ITCC 5266<i> , A. strictum </i> (Germplasm Centre for Keratinophilic Fungi) GPCK<i> </i> 1137<i> , Aphanoascus fulvescens </i> GPCK<i> </i&#... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569664 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569664 Efficacy of nasopharyngeal culture in identification of pathogen in middle ear fluid in chronic otitis media with effusion http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569663&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D237%3Bepage%3D241%3Baulast%3DEser Conclusion:</b><i> </i> PCR is a more reliable method to detect middle ear pathogens in MEF in comparison with the conventional culture methods. The NP colonization wasn't found to be an indicator of the pathogen in MEF although middle ear pathogens colonize more in nasopharynx of diseased children. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569663 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569663 Drug resistant mutations detected by genotypic drug resistance testing in patients failing therapy in clade C HIV-1 infected individuals from India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569662&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D231%3Bepage%3D236%3Baulast%3DKandathil Conclusion:</b> Resistance testing to check the prevalence of drug resistance mutations that arise following failure of the first line regimen to establish guidelines for second line regimens in India is a must. Studies are needed to confirm if mutation patterns that arise among clade C following failure of ART are the same as for clade B strains. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569662 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569662 Characterization of <i> RPO B</i> gene for detection of rifampicin drug resistance by SSCP and sequence analysis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569661&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D226%3Bepage%3D230%3Baulast%3DNegi Conclusions: </b> Rifampicin-resistant genotypes were mainly found in codon positions 516, 526 and 531. PCR-SSCP seems to be an efficacious method of predicting rifampicin resistance and substantially reduces the time required for susceptibility testing from 4 to 6 weeks to a few weeks. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569661 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569661 Congenital CMV infection; diagnosis in symptomatic infants http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569660&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D222%3Bepage%3D225%3Baulast%3DGandhoke Conclusion:</b> µ-capture ELISA technique was found to be more sensitive than PCR (92.6%) for detection of congenital CMV infection. ELISA is also rapid, less cumbersome and cost effective for diagnosis of CMV infection. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569660 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569660 Evaluation of the bactec MGIT 960 TB system for recovery and identification of <i> Mycobacterium tuberculosis</i> complex in a high through put tertiary care centre http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569659&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D217%3Bepage%3D221%3Baulast%3DRodrigues Conclusion:</b> MGIT 960 system with PNBA assay for identification of <i> M. tuberculosis</i> complex is a rapid and useful method in laboratories processing a large number of specimens. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569659 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569659 Detection of opportunistic DNA viral infections by multiplex PCR among HIV infected individuals receiving care at a tertiary care hospital in South India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569658&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D210%3Bepage%3D216%3Baulast%3DSachithanandham Conclusions:</b> In our study, multiplex PCR based detection system was found useful in detecting opportunistic viruses in HIV infected individuals. Though EBV is the most prevalent opportunistic viral infection among HIV infected individuals, there was no significant association between EBV load, CD4+ T cell counts and HIV-1 virus load. CMV was seen in HIV infected individuals with low CD4+ T cell counts (less than 200 cells/μL). (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569658 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569658 Probiotics http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569657&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D202%3Bepage%3D209%3Baulast%3DGupta Gupta V, Garg RIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):202-209The term "probiotic" was first used in 1965, by Lilly and Stillwell, to describe substances secreted by one organism which stimulate the growth of another. The use of antibiotics, immunosuppressive therapy and irradiation, amongst other means of treatment, may cause alterations in the composition and have an effect on the GIT flora. Therefore, the introduction of beneficial bacterial species to GI tract may be a very attractive option to re-establish the microbial equilibrium and prevent disease. Prebiotic is a non-digestible food ingredient that confers benefits on the host by selectively stimulating one bacterium or a group of bacteria in the colon with probiotic properties. Both probi... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569657 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569657 Role of borna disease virus in neuropsychiatric illnesses : Are we inching closer ? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569656&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D191%3Bepage%3D201%3Baulast%3DThakur This article analyses its current state of knowledge and recent advances in diagnosis in order to prove or refute the association of BDV in causation of human neuropsychiatric disorders. This emerging viral causative association of behavioural disorders, which seems to be inching closer, has implication not only for a paradigm shift in the treatment and management of neuropsychiatric illnesses but also has an important impact on the public health systems. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569656 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569656 AIDS - associated parasitic diarrhoea http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569655&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D185%3Bepage%3D190%3Baulast%3DArora Arora D R, Arora BIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):185-190Since the advent of human immunodeficiency virus infection, with its profound and progressive effect on the cellular immune system, a group of human opportunistic pathogens has come into prominence. Opportunistic parasitic infection can cause severe morbidity and mortality. Because many of these infections are treatable, an early and accurate diagnosis is important. This can be accomplished by a variety of methods such as direct demonstration of parasites and by serological tests to detect antigen and/or specific antibodies. However, antibody response may be poor in these patients and therefore immunodiagnostic tests have to be interpreted with caution. <i> Cryptosporidium parvum</i&#x0... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569655 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569655 Microbes, the moon, and H1N1 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569654&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D182%3Bepage%3D184%3Baulast%3DDesikan Desikan PrabhaIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):182-184 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569654 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569654 Emergence of novel influenza a H1N1 virus as a pandemic agent http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2569653&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D3%3Bspage%3D179%3Bepage%3D181%3Baulast%3DRavi Ravi VIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(3):179-181 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2569653 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 12:09:43 +0100 2569653 Identification of lysine positive non-fermenting gram negative bacilli <i> (Stenotrophomonas maltophilia </i> and<i> Burkholderia cepacia </i> complex) http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2353299&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D128%3Bepage%3D133%3Baulast%3DGautam Conclusions: </b> BCC and <i> S. maltophilia</i> can be identified with relative ease using a small battery of biochemical reactions. Use of simplified methods will allow greater recognition of their pathogenic potential and correct antimicrobials should be advised in other clinical laboratories and hospitals. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2353299 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 02:15:07 +0100 2353299 <i>Paragonimus heterotremus </i> infection in Nagaland: A new focus of paragonimiasis in India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2353298&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D123%3Bepage%3D127%3Baulast%3DSingh Conclusions:</b> The study revealed that paragonimiasis has been endemic in Pfutsero, Nagaland, and half of the patients attending the TB clinic were actually suffering from pulmonary paragonimiasis. This is the first confirmed report of an endemic focus of paragonimasis and description of <i> P. heterotremus</i> as the causative agent in Nagaland, India. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2353298 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 02:15:07 +0100 2353298 Molecular typing of methicillin-resistant <i> Staphylococcus aureus </i> strains by PCR-RFLP of <i> SPA</i> gene: A reference laboratory perspective http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2353297&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D116%3Bepage%3D122%3Baulast%3DMehndiratta Conclusion:</b> The study demonstrates the importance of <i> spa</i> genotyping in the discrimination of MRSA strains, which were otherwise indistinguishable by bacteriophage typing. <i> spa </i> genotyping allowed differentiation of strains within a particular phage type. Nucleotide sequencing of isolates of different PCR-RFLP patterns indicated a correlation between the RFLP patterns of a variable number of tandem repeats and the phage type. The study provides valuable information on the epidemiological characterization of MRSA strains. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2353297 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 02:15:07 +0100 2353297 Quantitation of hepatitis B virus DNA in plasma using a sensitive cost-effective "in-house" real-time PCR assay http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2353296&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D111%3Bepage%3D115%3Baulast%3DDaniel Conclusion:</b> This assay can be used for the detection and accurate quantitation of HBV viral loads in plasma samples. This assay can be employed for the screening of blood donations and can potentially be adapted to a multiplex format for simultaneous detection of HBV, HIV and HCV to reduce the cost of testing in blood banks. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2353296 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 02:15:07 +0100 2353296 Role of azithromycin against clinical isolates of family enterobacteriaceae: A comparison of its minimum inhibitory concentration by three different methods http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2353295&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D107%3Bepage%3D110%3Baulast%3DChayani Conclusion:</b> Azithromycin may become an important addition to our antimicrobial strategies, especially for the treatment of bacterial diarrhoea and infections caused by <i> Salmonella typhi.</i> (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2353295 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 02:15:07 +0100 2353295 Histopathology for the diagnosis of infectious diseases http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2353294&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D100%3Bepage%3D106%3Baulast%3DGupta Gupta E, Bhalla P, Khurana N, Singh TIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(2):100-106Histopathological examination of tissue biopsies for the identification of infectious organisms is a very important diagnostic tool. Conventional culture confirmation of tissue biopsies often fail to identify any pathogen as, first of all, invariably most of the tissue samples that are collected and sent for culture isolation are inappropriately collected in formalin, which prevents pathogen growth in culture media. Inadequate processing like grinding, etc. further hinders isolation. Presence of inhibitors like dead tissue debris, fibers, etc. also delays isolation. Microbiologists often lack expertise in identifying infectious pathogens directly from tissue biopsies by microscopic visualization. ... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2353294 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 02:15:07 +0100 2353294 Laboratory microbiology to clinical microbiology: Are we ready for a transition? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2353293&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D2%3Bspage%3D97%3Bepage%3D99%3Baulast%3DBhattacharya Bhattacharya SanjayIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(2):97-99 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2353293 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 02:15:07 +0100 2353293 Cerebral candida abscess in an infant http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2120790&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D70%3Bepage%3D72%3Baulast%3DBaradkar Baradkar V P, Mathur M, Kumar SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):70-72Brain abscess is uncommon in the pediatric population. Here, we report one such case due to <i> Candida albicans</i> in one-year-old infant, without any predisposing factors. The child presented with progressively increasing size of head circumference. The diagnosis was confirmed by CT scan of brain and microbiological investigations on the drained pus material. The patient responded to combination of surgery (drainage) and intravenous amphotericin B. Neurological development six months after hospital discharge was normal. The organism being a rare cause of cerebral abscess in pediatric population is reported here. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2120790 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:06:00 +0100 2120790 Isolation of<i> <i>Salmonella</i></i> <i> enterica</i> serotype Isangi from a suspected case of enteric encephalopathy http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2120789&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D65%3Bepage%3D66%3Baulast%3DKulkarni Kulkarni R D, Ajantha G S, Shubhada C, Jain PIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):65-66Nontyphoidal salmonella species are thought to be potentially infectious to humans and many are documented to cause human diseases. We isolated <i> S.</i> <i> Isangi</i> from the blood of a 30-year-old man with complaints of diarrhoea, fever, and altered sensorium. The serotype of the isolate was confirmed at National Salmonella Centre (Vet.), Division of Bacteriology and Mycology, Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izzatnagar, India. The isolate was not an extended spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producer and the patient responded well to ceftriaxone. We reviewed the literature concerning infections caused by ... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2120789 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 07:06:00 +0100 2120789 Research snippets from the medical world http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115310&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D90%3Bepage%3D91%3Baulast%3DDesikan Desikan PIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):90-91 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115310 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115310 Prostatic abscess by <i> Staphylococcus aureus</i> in a diabetic patient http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115309&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D89%3Bepage%3D89%3Baulast%3DKrishna Krishna BVSIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):89-89 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115309 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115309 <i>In vitro</i> interactions between cotrimoxazole and doxycycline in <i> Burkholderia pseudomallei</i> : How important is this combination in maintenance therapy of melioidosis? http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115308&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D88%3Bepage%3D89%3Baulast%3DSaraya Saraya S, Soontornpas C, Chindavijak B, Mootsikapun PIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):88-89 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115308 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115308 Nasopharyngeal carriage and antibiotic resistance of <i> Haemophilus influenzae</i> , <i> Streptococcus pneumoniae</i> and <i> <i>Moraxella</i> catarrhalis</i> in healthy school children in Turkey http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115307&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D86%3Bepage%3D88%3Baulast%3DTorun Torun M M, Namal N, Demirci M, Bahar HIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):86-88 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115307 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115307 Visceral leishmaniasis simulating chronic liver disease: Successful treatment with miltefosine http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115306&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D85%3Bepage%3D86%3Baulast%3DAvasthi Avasthi R, Chaudhary S C, Khanna SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):85-86 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115306 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115306 Writing pens as fomites in hospital http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115305&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D84%3Bepage%3D85%3Baulast%3DBhat Bhat G K, Singhal L, Philip A, Jose TIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):84-85 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115305 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115305 Sedimentation method, a good alternative to centrifugation for concentration of acid fast bacilli in developing countries: A preliminary study from western Uttar Pradesh http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115304&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D83%3Bepage%3D84%3Baulast%3DPandey Pandey A, Asthana A KIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):83-84 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115304 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115304 Intestinal helminths and associated risk factors in children of district Pulwama, Kashmir, India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115303&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D81%3Bepage%3D82%3Baulast%3DWani Wani S A, Ahmad FIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):81-82 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115303 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115303 Hepatitis B virus and human immunodeficiency virus infections are a public health problem even in rural communities of Vellore district, Tamil Nadu http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115302&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D80%3Bepage%3D81%3Baulast%3DBalaji Balaji N, Nadarajah R, Sankar S, Varadhan CIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):80-81 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115302 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115302 Comparison of conventional broth blood culture technique and manual lysis centrifugation technique for detection of fungemia http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115301&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D79%3Bepage%3D80%3Baulast%3DSinha Sinha K, Tendolkar U, Mathur MIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):79-80 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115301 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115301 Giant mantoux reaction http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115300&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D78%3Bepage%3D79%3Baulast%3DAvasthi Avasthi R, Chaudhary S C, Mohanty DIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):78-79 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115300 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115300 A case of tuberculous pericardial effusion http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115299&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D75%3Bepage%3D77%3Baulast%3DWanjari We report a case of 30-year-old male who presented with fever, chills, and dry nonproductive cough since one month. The case was diagnosed by radiological findings, which were suggestive of pulmonary tuberculosis, followed by acid fast staining and culture of the aspirated pericardial fluid. The patient was responding to antitubercular treatment at the last follow up. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115299 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115299 Tuberculous synovitis in a HIV positive patient http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115298&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D72%3Bepage%3D75%3Baulast%3DWanjari We report a case of tubercular synovitis of the knee joint in a 30-year-old HIV seropositive male. The diagnosis was done by Ziehl-Neelsen stain and culture on Lowenstein Jensen medium, of the synovial fluid along with the X-ray findings of the knee joint. The X-ray of the chest showed findings suggestive of pulmonary tuberculosis. The patient was responding well to the antitubercular treatment at the last follow up. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115298 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115298 Cerebral <i> candida</i> abscess in an infant http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115297&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D70%3Bepage%3D72%3Baulast%3DBaradkar Baradkar V P, Mathur M, Kumar SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):70-72Brain abscess is uncommon in the pediatric population. Here, we report one such case due to <i> Candida albicans</i> in one-year-old infant, without any predisposing factors. The child presented with progressively increasing size of head circumference. The diagnosis was confirmed by CT scan of brain and microbiological investigations on the drained pus material. The patient responded to combination of surgery (drainage) and intravenous amphotericin B. Neurological development six months after hospital discharge was normal. The organism being a rare cause of cerebral abscess in pediatric population is reported here. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115297 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115297 Bilateral breast abscess: A rare complication of enteric fever http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115296&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D69%3Bepage%3D70%3Baulast%3DSingh We report a case of bilateral breast abscess due to <i> Salmonella Typhi </i> in an<i> </i> unmarried 35-year-old female without any predisposing conditions. She presented with fever and painful swelling of both the breasts. <i> S. typhi</i> was isolated from both breasts. Such rare cause must be suspected in females without any evident predisposing factors for effective management. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115296 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115296 Phaeohyphomycosis of subcutaneous tissue caused by <i> Phaeoacremonium parasiticum</i> http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115295&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D66%3Bepage%3D69%3Baulast%3DBaradkar We report this case, being rare and the first from India. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115295 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115295 Isolation of<i> <i>Salmonella</i></i> <i> enterica</i> serotype <i> isangi</i> from a suspected case of enteric encephalopathy http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115294&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D65%3Bepage%3D66%3Baulast%3DKulkarni Kulkarni R D, Ajantha G S, Shubhada C, Jain PIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):65-66Nontyphoidal salmonella species are thought to be potentially infectious to humans and many are documented to cause human diseases. We isolated <i> S.</i> <i> Isangi</i> from the blood of a 30-year-old man with complaints of diarrhoea, fever, and altered sensorium. The serotype of the isolate was confirmed at National Salmonella Centre (Vet.), Division of Bacteriology and Mycology, Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izzatnagar, India. The isolate was not an extended spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) producer and the patient responded well to ceftriaxone. We reviewed the literature concerning infections caused by ... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115294 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115294 Screening for methicillin-resistant <i> Staphylococcus aureus</i> carriers among patients and health care workers of a tertiary care hospital in south India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115293&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D62%3Bepage%3D64%3Baulast%3DMathanraj Mathanraj S, Sujatha S, Sivasangeetha K, Parija S CIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):62-64A total of 200 subjects were screened for carriage of methicillin-resistant <i> Staphylococcus aureus</i> (MRSA) at different sites using oxacillin blood agar and mannitol salt agar with oxacillin. Overall carriage rate was 8.5%, with the highest rate in inpatients (15.6%) while the lowest was seen in health care workers (1.8%). The commonest site of colonization was the anterior nares. Oxacillin blood agar was found to be superior to mannitol salt agar with oxacillin for the isolation of MRSA. Male sex and prolonged hospital stay were found to be the major risk factors for MRSA colonization. (Source: Indian Journal of Medica... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115293 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115293 The risk factors and outcome of fungal peritonitis in continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis patients http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115292&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D59%3Bepage%3D61%3Baulast%3DIndhumathi Conclusion:</b> Patients with previous bacterial peritonitis and antibiotic usage are at greater risk of developing fungal peritonitis. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115292 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115292 Differentiation of<i> Candida dubliniensis </i> on chrom AGAR and PAL'S AGAR http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115291&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D55%3Bepage%3D58%3Baulast%3DRaut Raut S H, Varaiya AIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):55-58Difference in expression of putative virulence factors and in antifungal susceptibility among different <i> Candida</i> species has raised the need for species-level identification. The close relationship of <i> Candida dubliniensis</i> with <i> C. albicans </i> has led to misidentification of <i> C. dubliniensis</i> isolates as <i> C. albicans</i> . Phenotypic tests include ability to produce chlamydospore on casein agar, colony colour development on differential media CHROM agar <i> Candida&l... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115291 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115291 SHV-28, an extended-spectrum β-lactamase produced by a clinical isolate of <i> Klebsiella pneumoniae </i> in south India http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115290&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D51%3Bepage%3D54%3Baulast%3DJemima Jemima S A, Verghese SIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):51-54SHV-28, an extended spectrum β-lactamase from a clinical isolate of <i> Klebsiella pneumoniae</i> , had an isoelectric point of 7.6 and a substrate profile showing preferential hydrolysis for cefotaxime over ceftazidime. It differed from SHV-1 by one amino acid substitution. The conserved S-T-F-K and K-T-G motifs were identified by SHV-28 protein sequencing. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115290 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115290 High prevalence of hepatitis A virus antibody among Bangladeshi children and young adults warrants pre-immunization screening of antibody in HAV vaccination strategy http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115289&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D48%3Bepage%3D50%3Baulast%3DAhmed Ahmed M, Munshi S U, Nessa A, Ullah M S, Tabassum S, Islam M NIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):48-50Serum samples from 465 subjects aged between 1 and 25 years were tested for antibody against hepatitis A virus (HAV) [anti-HAV IgG and IgM] to determine the seroprevalence of HAV antibody and do a cost-benefit analysis for decision making about vaccination against HAV among the general population of Bangladesh. A high prevalence of anti-HAV (74.8%) was observed in the study population; the whole study population was found positive for anti-HAV by the age of 25 years. On performing the cost-benefit analysis, it was found that the cost for vaccination with screening for anti-HAV was almost three times cheaper than vaccination without screening. Thus, in the present soci... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115289 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115289 Needle stick injuries in a tertiary care hospital http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115288&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D44%3Bepage%3D47%3Baulast%3DJayanth Conclusion: </b> Improved education, prevention and reporting strategies and emphasis on appropriate disposal are needed to increase occupational safety for HCWs. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115288 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115288 Investigation of T cell receptors in the peripheral blood of patients with active pulmonary tuberculosis http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115287&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D40%3Bepage%3D43%3Baulast%3DAkbulut Akbulut H H, Deveci F, Celik I, Ilhan F, Turgut TIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):40-43T cells have the capability of recognizing target cells through their T cell receptors (TCRs).<b> </b> Thus, the percentages of CD3<sup> +</sup>/ gamma-delta (γδ) TCR<sup>+</sup> and CD3<sup> +</sup>/ alpha-beta (αβ) TCR<sup>+</sup> T lymphocytes were investigated in active and inactive pulmonary tuberculosis (PT) patients and in healthy individuals. CD3<sup> +</su... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115287 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115287 <i>In vitro</i> culture of various species of microsporidia causing keratitis: Evaluation of three immortalized cell lines http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115286&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D35%3Bepage%3D39%3Baulast%3DJoseph This study evaluated three cell lines to determine the most suitable host-parasite <i> In vitro</i> system. Confluent monolayers of vero, SIRC, and HeLa cell lines, grown in 24-well tissue culture plates, were inoculated with varying concentrations (1 x 10<sup> 4</sup> to 1 x 10<sup> 8 </sup> spores/mL) of<i> Vittaforma corneae, Encephalitozoon hellem, Encephalitozoon cuniculi, </i> and <i> Encephalitozoon intestinalis </i> spores. Growth was compared quantitatively at weekly intervals. <i> Encephalitozoon </i> species showed the highest amount of growth... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115286 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115286 <i>In vitro </i> inhibition of <i> Helicobacter pylori</i> urease with non and semi fermented <i> Camellia sinensis </i> http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115285&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D30%3Bepage%3D34%3Baulast%3DShoae Conclusions:</b> <i> C. sinensis</i> extracts, especially the nonfermented, could reduce <i> H. pylori</i> population and inhibit urease production at lower concentrations. The superior effect of nonfermented extract is due to its rich polyphenolic compounds and catechin contents. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115285 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115285 Comparison of cefoxitin disc diffusion test, oxacillin screen AGAR, and PCR for <i> mecA</i> gene for detection of MRSA http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115284&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D27%3Bepage%3D29%3Baulast%3DAnand Conclusion: </b> Results of cefoxitin disc diffusion test is in concordance with the PCR for <i> mecA</i> gene. Thus, the test can be an alternative to PCR for detection of MRSA in resource constraint settings. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115284 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115284 A molecular method for typing <i> Herpes simplex </i> virus isolates as an alternative to immunofluorescence methods http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115283&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D22%3Bepage%3D26%3Baulast%3DAbraham Conclusion:</b> The <i> pol</i> PCR is a cheaper and more easily reproducible method for typing HSV isolates as compared to the IF test. It could replace the IF-based method for routine typing of HSV isolates as availability of PCR machines (thermal cyclers) is now more widespread than fluorescence microscopes in a country like India. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115283 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115283 Maternal and neonatal screening for group B streptococci by <i> SCP</i> B gene based PCR: A preliminary study http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115282&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D17%3Bepage%3D21%3Baulast%3DElbaradie Conclusion:</b> Maternal GBS carriage is associated with a significant increase in neonatal infection rate but is not associated with an increase in neonatal intensive care admission. An accurate evaluation of colonization rate (using a larger sample) is desired to evaluate neonatal invasive disease and determine the cost effectiveness of PCR to select an appropriate preventive strategy in Egypt. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115282 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115282 Prevalence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) coinfection in HIV infected individuals in south India and characterization of HCV genotypes http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115281&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D12%3Bepage%3D16%3Baulast%3DPonamgi Conclusion:</b> HIV and HCV seroprevalence is higher in South India, and the most prevalent genotype in coinfection was genotype 1b. (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115281 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115281 Cytomegalovirus infection: An Indian perspective http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115280&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D3%3Bepage%3D11%3Baulast%3DChakravarti Chakravarti A, Kashyap B, Matlani MIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):3-11Human cytomegalovirus (CMV) poses an important public health problem as it may cause serious morbidity and mortality in congenitally infected newborns and immunocompromised patients, most notably transplant recipients and HIV-infected persons. It is probably one of the most common infections known to humans and is characterized by a self-limiting infection in healthy individuals. CMV infection is the single most frequent cause of infectious complications in the early period following kidney transplantation Post-transfusion cytomegalovirus infection is of concern in the immunocompetent as well as in certain categories of immunocompromised individuals such as neonates, pregnant women, recipients of bone ... Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115280 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115280 Transition sustenance and continuity...... http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2115279&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2009%3Bvolume%3D27%3Bissue%3D1%3Bspage%3D1%3Bepage%3D2%3Baulast%3DKanungo Kanungo RIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2009 27(1):1-2 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2115279 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 06:31:54 +0100 2115279 Research snippets from the world of medicine http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1900694&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D26%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D409%3Bepage%3D410%3Baulast%3DDesikan Desikan PIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2008 26(4):409-410 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1900694 Fri, 24 Oct 2008 10:42:59 +0100 1900694 Arthropod borne viral infections: Current status and research http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1900693&cid=s_33833_77_f&fid=33833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ijmm.org%2Farticle.asp%3Fissn%3D0255-0857%3Byear%3D2008%3Bvolume%3D26%3Bissue%3D4%3Bspage%3D408%3Bepage%3D408%3Baulast%3DKanungo Kanungo RIndian Journal of Medical Microbiology 2008 26(4):408-408 (Source: Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology) Indian Journal of Medical Microbiology journals http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1900693 Fri, 24 Oct 2008 10:42:59 +0100 1900693