Microbiology
A gram-negative rod. Chromobacterium violatium and 10 others.
Epidemiologic Risks
Found in tropical and sub-tropical water and soil.
Syndromes
A hodgepodge of infections. Often starting as a soft tissue infection and spreads.
Treatment
Resistant to cephalosporins. Try a quinolone, a carbapenem, amikacin, TMP/Sulfa.
Notes
It can break down tar bars and it makes aztreonam. I can't see how the two are needed at the same time.
Curious Cases
Relevant links to my Medscape blog
Last Update: 05/02/18.