Staphylococcus schleiferi is a Gram-positive coccus bacterium first discovered in 1988 that is typically associated with skin and ear infections in dogs, cats and birds. It is infrequently described as a human pathogen. There are, however, emerging reports of S. schleiferi infections in diverse clinical scenarios in humans, particularly in patients with weakened immune systems. S. schleiferi may be underrecognised due to limitations in routine microbiology diagnostic protocols and mislabelling as other Staphylococcus sp. We present a rare case of S. schleiferi diabetic foot osteomyelitis with subsequent bacteraemia in an immunocompromised host.
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1RAs) are widely utilized for managing diabetes and obesity due to their efficacy in improving glycemic control and promoting weight loss. However, their gastrointestinal effects, such as slowed motility, may lead to adverse outcomes, including small bowel obstruction. Intussusception, a rare complication in adults, has been sparsely reported with GLP-1RA use. We present a 32-year-old woman with iron deficiency anemia who was incidentally diagnosed with transient small bowel intussusception on computed tomography enterography while on semaglutide therapy. No evidence of obstruction or pathological lead point was identified, and follow-up imaging showed resolution without intervention. This case suggests a possible link between GLP-1RA therapy and intussusception, likely secondary to altered gastrointestinal motility. Clinicians should remain vigilant for rare complications associated with GLP-1RAs, particularly in patients presenting with gastrointestinal symptoms. Further studies are warranted to elucidate this association.
Ampullary adenomas are rare outgrowths at the ampulla of Vater that may progress into cancer via the adenoma-to-carcinoma sequence, particularly in individuals with hereditary polyposis syndrome. Many are diagnosed incidentally or once the lesion becomes large enough to cause obstruction. Traditionally managed surgically with high morbidity and mortality, advances in imaging and therapy have made endoscopic ampullectomy the first-line treatment for noninvasive lesions. Despite its high success rate and favorable safety profile, complications such as pancreatitis, ductal stenosis, bleeding, recurrence, and perforation can occur. Recommendations for optimal endoscopic techniques and surveillance intervals are largely based on expert opinion in interventional endoscopy and findings from small-scale studies. This review provides an updated framework for the diagnosis and management of ampullary adenomas.
1 September 2024 in Annals of Internal Medicine: Clinical Cases
Chronic diarrhea is a common condition that medical professionals often encounter. We present an unusual case of chronic diarrhea in a relatively young, immunocompetent man that was attributed to Brachyspira. The patient's clinical presentation was not specific, and he underwent workup for common infectious, inflammatory, and autoimmune causes, all unrevealing. During colonoscopy, no abnormalities were detected; however, histopathology revealed the presence of Brachyspira. Following a course of metronidazole, the patient showed marked improvement in his diarrhea. It is worth noting that the patient's social history did not align with the established risk factors mentioned in the existing literature.