| 英文摘要 |
Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus) is a frequent colonizer of the mucosa and skin. A broad range of clinical presentations can be caused by this micro-organism. S. aureus infections have increased in the past 20 years, and this has been accompanied by a rise in antibiotic-resistant strains, in particular, Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) strains. MRSA is a specific strain of S. aureus that has developed antibiotic resistance to ß-lactams. Soft-tissue infections, pneumonia, septicemia, osteomyelitis or endocarditis are frequent manifestations of MRSA infections. MRSA-associated purulent pericarditis is a very rare occurrence. Obtaining a detailed history, including past medical and drug histories, and performing a thorough physical examination, are the keys to early diagnosis of this deadly condition in patients who are immunocompromised and accompanied by conditions of heart failure and/or sepsis. Aggressive treatment can help prevent a potentially fatal outcome. |
