Case report: appendicitis induced Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella pneumoniae bacteremia in a young healthy male

ConclusionsAlthough rare, appendicitis can causeStaphylococcus aureus andKlebsiella pneumoniae bacteremia with extensive implications for workup and antibiotic management. Our case stresses the importance of obtaining cultures in patients with suspicion of bacteremia given its consequences for clinical management.
Source: International Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Source Type: research