The identification ofPseudomonas cepaciaand its occurrence in clinical material

摘要: During the 19 year period ending December 1984, 4840 strains of Gram-negative non-fermentative bacteria were submitted to National Collection Type Cultures for identification. Of these, 195 (4.0% total) identified as Pseudomonas cepacia which demonstrates both that species is regularly encountered in clinical material UK and several laboratories have experienced difficulty identifying organism. The sources from isolated are reported also characteristics by may be recognized. significance Ps. reviewed, resistance this disinfectants antimicrobial agents commonly used treat pseudomonas infections discussed underline necessity precise identification cepacia.