Background

Raoultella planticola: An Emerging Pathogen Causing Infections

Background

Raoultella planticola is a Gram-negative bacterium that has emerged as a significant human pathogen. It is closely related to Raoultella ornithinolytica, a well-established opportunistic pathogen.

Literature Review

A comprehensive literature review of PubMed articles published before June 2021 revealed that Raoultella planticola is associated with a wide range of infections, including: * Pneumonia * Sepsis * Urinary tract infections * Meningitis * Gastrointestinal infections

Characteristics of Raoultella planticola

Raoultella planticola is a facultative anaerobe that can grow under both aerobic and anaerobic conditions. It is non-motile, non-hemolytic, and produces indole. The bacterium is resistant to a variety of antibiotics, including penicillin, ampicillin, and co-trimoxazole.

Conclusion

Our review highlights the increasing prevalence and clinical significance of Raoultella planticola as an emerging pathogen. Further research is needed to understand its epidemiology, virulence factors, and optimal treatment strategies. Healthcare professionals should be aware of the potential for Raoultella planticola infections and consider it in the differential diagnosis of patients with suspected infections.