Microbiology
gram-negative aerobic rods. S. multivorum, S. spiritivorum and a bunch of others.
Epidemiologic Risks
Found in soil, on plants, in food, and in water. Can grow in antiseptics and disinfectants
Syndromes
Nosocomial infections in poor hosts (immunologically, not financially).
Treatment
S. multivorum resistant to many antibiotics, test. TMP/SMX, quinolones and tetracyclines are the best bets pending testing (PubMed).
Other species may be more susceptible.
Notes
Last Update: 04/19/18.