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Ventilator-associated pneumonia due to A rare case report Open Access

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is an opportunistic pathogen that can cause various infections, including pneumonia, in immunocompromised individuals. This case report presents a rare occurrence of ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) caused by in an apparently non-immunocompromised patient.

The patient exhibited signs and symptoms of VAP and was successfully treated with intravenous ciprofloxacin. The discussion highlights the characteristics of species, its virulence factors, risk factors for infection, and antibiotic profile.

It emphasizes the need for awareness and suspicion of as a potential cause of VAP in ICU settings, as well as the importance of early detection and appropriate treatment for improved outcomes.

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Keyword(s): Aeromonas hydrophila , critically ill , intensive care unit and ventilator-associated pneumonia
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Ventilator-associated pneumonia due to Aeromonas hydrophila: A rare case report
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