Citrobacter koseri as a rare cause of hematogenous pyogenic spondylodiscitis in young adult – A case report

Abstract

Background: Citrobacter species being a gram-negative, facultatively anaerobic bacteria affects extremes of age groups. Case report: We report a case of 27-yearold male with no associated comorbidities diagnosed with lumbar spondylodiscitis caused by C.koseri infection. He was managed conservatively and treated successfully with appropriate antibiotics. Conclusion: Spondylodiscitis due to C.koseri spondylodiscitis can occur in young healthy adults. Early diagnosis by blood or tissue culture & prompt medical treatment is essential for a good outcome.

Keywords

• Citrobacter koseri
• Hematogenous
• Pyogenic spondylodiscitis
• Gram-negative
• Adult spondylodiscitis
• Bacteremia