Hafnia alvei infection complicated by chorioamnionitis and septicemia: a case report and review of literature - Takeaways - MDSpire

Hafnia alvei infection complicated by chorioamnionitis and septicemia: a case report and review of literature

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Hafnia alvei is a rare opportunistic pathogen that can cause severe chorioamnionitis and septicemia in pregnant women.
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A case study reported a 27-year-old woman with chorioamnionitis due to a mixed infection of H. alvei and E. coli.
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The patient experienced rapid deterioration, requiring emergency cesarean section and intensive care for septic shock.
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Blood cultures confirmed the presence of H. alvei, highlighting its potential role in obstetric infections.
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Early clinical recognition and appropriate empirical antibiotic therapy are crucial for managing H. alvei infections during pregnancy.

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