Omphalitis - Microbiology of Omphalitis

Microbiology of Omphalitis

Omphalitis is most commonly caused by bacteria. The most common bacteria are Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus, Escherichia coli, and Klebsiella pneumoniae. The infection is typically caused by a mix of these organisms and is a mixed Gram-positive and Gram-negative infection. Anaerobic bacteria can also be involved.

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