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Viksne R, Racenis K, Broks R, Balode AO, Kise L, Kroica J. In Vitro Assessment of Biofilm Production, Antibacterial Resistance of Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and Acinetobacter spp. Obtained from Tonsillar Crypts of Healthy Adults. Microorganisms 2023; 11:microorganisms11020258. [PMID: 36838220 PMCID: PMC9961825 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms11020258] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2022] [Revised: 01/08/2023] [Accepted: 01/17/2023] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE Tonsillar crypts can be considered a reservoir for a variety of bacterial species. Some bacterial species can be considered part of the normal oropharyngeal microbiota. The roles of other pathogens, for example, the so-called non-oral and respiratory pathogens Staphylococcus aureus, Klebsiella, Pseudomonas, and Acinetobacter spp., which have strong virulence factors, biofilm production capacity, and the ability to initiate infectious diseases, are unclear. The purpose of this study was to detect the presence of S. aureus, K. pneumoniae, P. aeruginosa, and Acinetobacter spp. within the tonsillar crypts of healthy individuals, and to analyze the pathogens' biofilm production and antibacterial resistances. RESULTS Only common oropharyngeal microbiota were cultivated from 37 participant samples (40.7%). The most commonly isolated pathogenic bacterium was S. aureus, which was isolated in 41 (45%) participant samples. K. pneumoniae was isolated in seven (7.7%) samples, Acinetobacter spp. were isolated in five (5.5%) samples, and P. aeruginosa was isolated in two (2.2%) samples. Biofilm producers predominated among the pathogenic bacteria; 51 strains were biofilm producers, and among them, 31 strains were moderate or strong biofilm producers. The tested S. aureus, K. pneumoniae, P. aeruginosa, and Acinetobacter spp. strains were sensitive to commonly used antibiotics (amoxicillin-clavulanic acid, clindamycin, or ciprofloxacin). One of the isolated S. aureus strains was MRSA. CONCLUSIONS Biofilm is a commonly observed feature that seems to be a naturally existing form of pathogenic bacteria colonizing human tissue. S. aureus, K. pneumoniae, P. aeruginosa, and Acinetobacter spp. occasionally occur in the tonsillar crypts of healthy individuals, and, therefore, it is most likely that S. aureus, K. pneumoniae, P. aeruginosa, and Acinetobacter spp. in opportunistic tonsillar infections originate from the tonsillar crypt microbiota.
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- Renata Viksne
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Daugavpils Regional Hospital, LV-5401 Daugavpils, Latvia
- Department of Doctoral Studies, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +371-28471191
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia
- Center of Nephrology, Pauls Stradins Clinical University Hospital, LV-1002 Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Microbiology, NMS Laboratory, LV-1039 Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Doctoral Studies, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia
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Zajmi A, Shiranee F, Gee Hoon Tang S, A.M. Alhoot M, Abdul Karim S. Multidrug-Resistant Staphylococcus aureus as Coloniser in Healthy Individuals. Infect Dis (Lond) 2022. [DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.108410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Staphylococcus aureus is a common human pathogen that can cause mild superficial infections to deep-seated abscesses and sepsis. One of the characteristics of S. aureus is the ability to colonise healthy individuals while leaving them asymptomatic. These carriers’ risk harbouring an antibiotic-resistant strain that may be harmful to the individual and the community. S. aureus carriage in healthcare personnel is being studied extensively in many parts of the world. However, the relationship between colonisation and disease among those with no previous exposure to healthcare remains untouched. Colonisation of the nasal cavity and its surrounding by pathogenic organisms such as S. aureus leads to the increased risk of infection. Hospital-acquired infections associated with S. aureus infections are common and studies related to these types of infections among various study groups are largely documented. However, over the last decade, an increase in community-associated methicillin-resistant S. aureus has been noted, increasing the need to identify the prevalence of the organism among healthy individuals and assessing the antibiotic resistance patterns. Systemic surveillance of the community for colonisation of S. aureus and identifying the antibiotic-resistant pattern is critical to determine the appropriate empiric antibiotic treatment.
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Pereira GDN, Rosa RDS, Dias AA, Gonçalves DJS, Seribelli AA, Pinheiro-Hubinger L, Eller LKW, de Carvalho TB, Pereira VC. Characterization of the virulence, agr typing and antimicrobial resistance profile of Staphylococcus aureus strains isolated from food handlers in Brazil. Braz J Infect Dis 2022; 26:102698. [PMID: 36037845 PMCID: PMC9483590 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjid.2022.102698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2022] [Revised: 07/12/2022] [Accepted: 08/05/2022] [Indexed: 10/27/2022] Open
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Klagisa R, Racenis K, Broks R, Kise L, Kroiča J. Evaluation of Staphylococcus aureus Colonization in Adult Patients Undergoing Tonsillectomy for Recurrent Tonsillitis. Pathogens 2022; 11:pathogens11040427. [PMID: 35456100 PMCID: PMC9029959 DOI: 10.3390/pathogens11040427] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2022] [Revised: 03/26/2022] [Accepted: 03/29/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022] Open
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Background and objectives: Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) is often recovered from the pharynx. However, the role of this pathogen in the etiology of tonsillar inflammation is still unclear and complicated due to frequent carriage of S. aureus. The aim of the study was to evaluate the frequency and the clinical importance of S. aureus colonization and biofilm production ability in patients with recurrent tonsillitis (RT) using patient samples from tonsillar crypts during tonsillectomy, and from the throat, nasal cavity, and armpits after tonsillectomy. Materials and Methods: A case series study was carried out at a tertiary referral center among 16 patients diagnosed with RT who were undergoing tonsillectomy. Samples from tonsillar crypts were obtained during tonsillectomy, and samples from the throat, nasal cavity, and armpit were obtained a year after surgery. An evaluation of S. aureus incidence, biofilm formation, and antibacterial susceptibility was performed. Results: During tonsillectomy, 16 strains of S. aureus were isolated from 16 patients, while 15/16 S. aureus strains were biofilm producers. A year after tonsillectomy, 8 S. aureus strains were isolated from 6 out of 16 patients, while 6/8 S. aureus strains were biofilm producers. After tonsillectomy, 3 patients showed S. aureus in throat culture. Conclusions: In 10/16 cases S. aureus was the causative agent of RT, in 4/16 cases patients had a predisposition to colonization of S. aureus, and in 2/16 cases S. aureus was a part of the patients` oral microbiome. Tonsillectomy results in less frequent isolation of S. aureus strains.
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- Renata Klagisa
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Daugavpils Regional Hospital, LV-5401 Daugavpils, Latvia
- Department of Doctoral Studies, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +371-28471191
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia; (K.R.); (R.B.); (J.K.)
- Center of Nephrology, Pauls Stradins Clinical University Hospital, LV-1002 Riga, Latvia
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia; (K.R.); (R.B.); (J.K.)
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- Department of Doctoral Studies, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia;
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- Department of Biology and Microbiology, Riga Stradins University, LV-1007 Riga, Latvia; (K.R.); (R.B.); (J.K.)
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Colonization of Dogs and Their Owners with Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus pseudintermedius in Households, Veterinary Practices, and Healthcare Facilities. Microorganisms 2022; 10:microorganisms10040677. [PMID: 35456729 PMCID: PMC9024920 DOI: 10.3390/microorganisms10040677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2022] [Revised: 03/18/2022] [Accepted: 03/19/2022] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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There are uncertainties with respect to the transmission of methicillin-susceptible and methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA and MRSA) and Staphylococcus pseudintermedius between dogs and humans. In this study, we investigated concomitant nasal colonization of dogs and humans in three cohorts. Cohort I, households owning dogs: In 42 of 84 households, 66 humans (36.9%) and 10 dogs (8.9%) carried S. aureus. MRSA, attributed to sequence type (ST) 22 and ST130, were detected in two (1.1%) of the humans but in none of the dogs. Typing by means of spa-typing and whole-genome sequencing (WGS) indicated eight transmissions of S. aureus between humans and dogs in 8 of 42 (19.0%) households with human S. aureus carriers, whereas in 11 of 38 (29.0%) households with ≥two persons and S. aureus colonization of humans, 15 human-to-human transmissions were observed (p = 0.43). S. pseudintermedius was isolated from 42 dogs (37.5%), but from only one human (0.6%). In this case, WGS-based typing indicated strong relatedness of this isolate with a canine isolate from the same household. Cohort II, dogs and their owners visiting a veterinary practice: Among 17 humans and 17 dogs attending a veterinary practice, MSSA was detected in three humans and two dogs, and S. pseudintermedius in only six dogs. Cohort III, dogs used for animal-assisted interventions in human healthcare facilities and their owners: MSSA was obtained in 1 of 59 dogs (1.7%) and in 17 of 60 (28.3%) of the dog owners, while S. pseudintermedius was isolated from seven (12%) dogs and one (1.7%) human owner. We conclude that the risk of exchanging S. aureus/MRSA between humans and dogs is higher than that for S. pseudintermedius.
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Del Rosal T, Méndez-Echevarría A, Garcia-Vera C, Escosa-Garcia L, Agud M, Chaves F, Román F, Gutierrez-Fernandez J, Ruiz de Gopegui E, Ruiz-Carrascoso G, Ruiz-Gallego MDC, Bernet A, Quevedo SM, Fernández-Verdugo AM, Díez-Sebastian J, Calvo C. Staphylococcus aureus Nasal Colonization in Spanish Children. The COSACO Nationwide Surveillance Study. Infect Drug Resist 2020; 13:4643-4651. [PMID: 33380814 PMCID: PMC7767716 DOI: 10.2147/idr.s282880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2020] [Accepted: 11/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Objective To assess the prevalence and risk factors for S. aureus and methicillin-resistant S. aureus (MRSA) nasal colonization in Spanish children. Methods Cross-sectional study of patients <14 years from primary care centers all over Spain. Clinical data and nasal aspirates were collected from March to July 2018. Results A total of 1876 patients were enrolled. Prevalence of S. aureus and MRSA colonization were 33% (95% CI 30.9–35.1) and 1.44% (95% CI 0.9–2), respectively. Thirty-three percent of the children (633/1876) presented chronic conditions, mainly atopic dermatitis, asthma and/or allergy (524/633). Factors associated with S. aureus colonization were age ≥5 years (OR 1.10, 95% CI 1.07–1.12), male sex (OR 1.43, 95% CI 1.17–1.76), urban setting (OR 1.46, 95% CI 1.08–1.97) and the presence of asthma, atopic dermatitis or allergies (OR 1.25; 95% CI: 1.093–1.43). Rural residence was the only factor associated with MRSA colonization (OR 3.62, 95% CI 1.57–8.36). MRSA was more frequently resistant than methicillin-susceptible S. aureus to ciprofloxacin [41.2% vs 2.6%; p<0.0001], clindamycin [26% vs 16.9%; p=0.39], and mupirocin [14.3% vs 6.7%; p=0.18]. None of the MRSA strains was resistant to tetracycline, fosfomycin, vancomycin or daptomycin. Conclusions The main risk factors for S. aureus colonization in Spanish children are being above five years of age, male gender, atopic dermatitis, asthma or allergy, and residence in urban areas. MRSA colonization is low, but higher than in other European countries and is associated with rural settings.
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- Teresa Del Rosal
- Pediatric Infectious and Tropical Diseases Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid, Spain.,Translational Research Network in Pediatric Infectious Diseases (RITIP), Institute for Health Research IdiPAZ, Madrid, Spain
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- Pediatric Infectious and Tropical Diseases Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid, Spain.,Translational Research Network in Pediatric Infectious Diseases (RITIP), Institute for Health Research IdiPAZ, Madrid, Spain
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- "José Ramón Muñoz Fernández" Health Care Center, Aragón Health Service, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Pediatric Infectious and Tropical Diseases Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid, Spain.,Translational Research Network in Pediatric Infectious Diseases (RITIP), Institute for Health Research IdiPAZ, Madrid, Spain
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- Pediatric Infectious and Tropical Diseases Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Clinical Microbiology, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Madrid, Spain
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- Laboratory of Nosocomial Infections, Department of Bacteriology, CNM, Instituto de Salud Carlos III, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Clinical Microbiology, Hospital Universitari Son Espases. Servicio de Microbiología, Palma de Mallorca, Spain
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- Section of Microbiology, Arnau de Vilanova University Hospital, Lleida, Spain
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- Department of Microbiology, Hospital Universitario Severo Ochoa, Leganes, Spain
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- Pediatric Infectious and Tropical Diseases Department, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid, Spain.,Translational Research Network in Pediatric Infectious Diseases (RITIP), Institute for Health Research IdiPAZ, Madrid, Spain
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Kates AE, Dalman M, Torner JC, Smith TC. The nasal and oropharyngeal microbiomes of healthy livestock workers. PLoS One 2019; 14:e0212949. [PMID: 30861031 PMCID: PMC6413945 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0212949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2018] [Accepted: 02/12/2019] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Little information exists on the microbiomes of livestock workers. A cross-sectional, epidemiological study was conducted enrolling 59 participants (26 of which had livestock contact) in Iowa. Participants were enrolled in one of four ways: from an existing prospective cohort study (n = 38), from the Iowa Department of Natural Resources Animal Feeding Operations database (n = 17), through Iowa county fairs (n = 3), and through snowball sampling (n = 1). We collected swabs from the nares and oropharynx of each participant to assess the microbiome via 16s rRNA sequencing. We observed livestock workers to have greater diversity in their microbiomes compared to those with no livestock contact. In the nares, there were 27 operational taxonomic units found to be different between livestock workers and non-livestock workers with the greatest difference seen with Streptococcus and Proteobacteria. In the oropharynx, livestock workers with swine exposure were more likely to carry several pathogenic organisms. The results of this study are the first to characterize the livestock worker nasal and oropharyngeal microbiomes.
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- Ashley E. Kates
- Department of Epidemiology, College of Public Health, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States of America
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- Kent State University, College of Public Health, Kent, OH, United States of America
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- Department of Epidemiology, College of Public Health, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, United States of America
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- Kent State University, College of Public Health, Kent, OH, United States of America
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