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Abstract

Case reports have emerged with identification of infections including sternal wound infections and foreign bodies such as central lines and shunts.

We present a case that demonstrates the need to consider infection as a cause of sternal wound infection and highlights the utility of novel diagnostics to aid in the identification of unusual pathogens that can cause post-operative infections. We report here the first successful use of ceftaroline for treatment of a sternal wound infection.

There are only case reports and assays to date to guide treatment of this infection, and we now add ceftaroline as a new drug to consider, though adequate surgical debridement is paramount.

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2024-04-23
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