Mucosal snare resection-endoscopic submucosal excavation for gastric submucosal tumors: a retrospective study (with video) by Wei Wei, Xiaolong Zheng, Yongli Ye, Hongxia Li, Yiping Hong, Jianting Cai

“…Propensity score matching (PSM) showed no significant differences in postoperative antibiotic use, fasting time, or intraoperative perforation between the two groups (P>0.05). …”
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Glycerol Monolaurate Complex Improved Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammation, and Gut Microbiota Composition of Offspring in a Sow–Piglet Model by Dan Li, Min Yang, Zhao Ma, Lianqiang Che, Bin Feng, Zhengfeng Fang, Shengyu Xu, Yong Zhuo, Jian Li, JiHhua Wang, Zhengfan Zhang, Zehui Wu, Tao Lin, De Wu, Yan Lin

“…In total, 64 pregnant sows were randomly divided into control, antibiotic, 0.1% GML, and 0.2% GML groups. The GML shortened their delivery interval and farrowing duration. …”
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Profiling the diversity of the village chicken faecal microbiota using 16S rRNA gene and metagenomic sequencing data to reveal patterns of gut microbiome signatures by Mxolisi Nene, Mxolisi Nene, Nokuthula Winfred Kunene, Rian Pierneef, Rian Pierneef, Rian Pierneef, Khanyisile Hadebe

“…Taxonomic profiles and functional gene annotations were derived, focusing on microbial diversity, antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), and potential zoonotic pathogens.ResultsTaxonomic analysis showed that the predominant phyla in both provinces were Firmicutes, Bacteroidota, Proteobacteria, and Actinobacteria. …”
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A comprehensive analysis of the epidemiological and genomic characteristics of global Serratia Marcescens by Wenqin Chen, Zheqian Li, Jie Zheng, Danwei Wang, Shuo Gao, Wanqing Zhou, Han Shen, Yan Zhang, Xiaoli Cao

“…The distribution of ARGs across diverse STs emphasizes horizontal gene transfer as a key driver of resistance. Judicious antibiotic use is essential to mitigate further resistance.…”
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The effects of Thymus capitatus essential oil topical application on milk quality: a systems biology approach by Ralph Nehme, Chiara Gini, Elise Vanbergue, Sergine Even, Filippo Biscarini, Sonia Andrés, Lucie Rault, Faustine Noel, Valerie Hardit, Said Bouhallab, David M. Pereira, Riadh Ksouri, Philippe Roussel, Secundino López, Paola Cremonesi, Bianca Castiglioni, Donatella Caruso, Fiorenza Faré, Manuela Fontana, Fabrizio Ceciliani, Latifa Abdennebi-Najar

“…More studies should be conducted to ensure the safe use of TCEO in dairy cows and explore its potential benefits on antibiotic-resistant bacteria as an alternative or support for antibiotic therapy.…”
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Necrotizing Fasciitis of the Breast: Case Report with Literature Review by Basem ALShareef, Nourah ALSaleh

“…Treatment included core biopsy managed with intravenous antibiotic and surgical debridement followed by a simple mastectomy. …”
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Flexor Tendon Tenosynovitis in a Child Following Missed Thorn Prick Injury: A Case Report by Bipin A. Ghanghurde, Rohan Habbu, Bhupendra S. Avasthi

“…Patients may seek late treatment due to persistent swelling and pain. Antibiotic may be given; however, in a delayed case, its role is debatable. …”
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Could Externalized St. Jude Medical Riata® Lead Be a Culture Medium of a Polymicrobial Endocarditis? A Clinical Case by Zefferino Palamà, Roberta Trotta, Cosimo Mandurino, Mariangela Pinto, Giovanni Luzzi, Stefano Favale

“…The patient was treated with antibiotic targeted therapy and showed different bacteria at the blood cultures and then underwent transvenous leads extraction. …”
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Delftia Acidovorans: A Rare Pathogen in Immunocompetent and Immunocompromised Patients by Huseyin Bilgin, Abdurrahman Sarmis, Elif Tigen, Guner Soyletir, Lutfiye Mulazimoglu

“…The present article describes a B cell lymphoblastic leukemia patient with D acidovorans pneumonia who was successfully treated with antibiotic therapy. The present report indicates that unusual pathogens may be clinically significant in both immunocompromised and immunocompetent patients. …”
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Fulminant Pseudomembranous Colitis Presenting as Sigmoid Stricture and Severe Polyposis with Clinical Response to Intracolonic Vancomycin by Sai Wah Cheung, Kin Kong Li

“…Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) is the most common cause of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. Severe diseases carry significant morbidities such as septic shock, acute kidney injury, bowel perforation, and mortality. …”
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Fasciitis Complicating Subcutaneous Injection of Interferon Beta by Curtis L Cooper, Rachel Gerstein, Kelly Kaita

“…One case of fasciitis complicating IFN injection – a complication not previously reported – was successfully managed with surgical debridement and antibiotic therapy. This case is a dramatic example of why sterile technique during infections must be adhered to.…”
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Cholecystoduodenal Fistula and Urosepsis in A Febrile Emergency Department Patient: A Case Report by Amna Nawaz, Denise Elizondo, Bushra Hussein, Rebecca Theophanous

“…Conclusion: Early recognition of cholecystoduodenal fistula and staghorn calculus using POCUS can expedite appropriate antibiotic and interventional treatment for improved patient outcomes.…”
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Clostridium difficile – an Important Opportunistic Pathogen in Healthcare-Associated Infections by Soohyoun Ahn, Amarat H. Simonne

“…One opportunistic pathogen, Clostridium difficile, has been getting more attention in recent years because of its association with antibiotic use and high death rate in the elderly. This factsheet will provide an overview of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) with a focus on healthcare-associated infections. …”
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A Case of Fulminant Meningococcemia: It Is All in the Complement by Kellie L. Hawkins, Mariah Hoffman, Sonia Okuyama, Sarah E. Rowan

“…In addition to vaccination, providers may consider the use of oral penicillin for antibiotic prophylaxis against Neisseria meningitidis in these cases of functional complement deficiency.…”
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A Rare Localization of Actinomycosis Mimicking Ulcerative Malignancy by Luca Volpi, Fabio Ferreli, Maurizio Bignami, Andrea Pistochini, Francesco Meloni, Apostolos Karligkiotis, Paolo Castelnuovo

“…The patient was treated successfully with long-term antibiotic therapy. The clinical and pathological features and the aspects of diagnosis and treatment of cervicofacial actinomycosis are discussed.…”
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High-quality draft genome and characterization of commercially potent probiotic strains by Ayesha Sulthana, Suvarna G. Lakshmi, Ratna Sudha Madempudi

“…The genomic analysis of all the strains confirmed the absence of genes encoding putative virulence factors, antibiotic resistance, and the plasmids.…”
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Closed Catheter Drainage for Klebsiella pneumoniae Empyema Necessitans by Mohammed Ishaq, Abdullah Bahadi

“…Scarce evidence with regard to adult empyema necessitans with Klebsiella was found in the literature where adult cases were managed exclusively using combination of intravenous (IV) antibiotic and closed drainage, reporting such case can help guiding management for similar presentation.…”
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Clostridium difficile – an Important Opportunistic Pathogen in Healthcare-Associated Infections by Soohyoun Ahn, Amarat H. Simonne

“…One opportunistic pathogen, Clostridium difficile, has been getting more attention in recent years because of its association with antibiotic use and high death rate in the elderly. This factsheet will provide an overview of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI) with a focus on healthcare-associated infections. …”
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Hepatotoxicity due to Clindamycin in Combination with Acetaminophen in a 62-Year-Old African American Female: A Case Report and Review of the Literature by Jerome Okudo, Nwabundo Anusim

“…Clindamycin is a bacteriostatic lincosamide antibiotic with a broad spectrum. Side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and metallic taste; however, hepatotoxicity is rare. …”
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A Rare Case of Orthostasis, Dizziness, and Non-O1, Non-O139 Vibrio cholerae Infection in a Lung Transplant Recipient by Michael T. Olson, Tejus Walia, Satish Chandrashekaran, Sreeja Biswas Roy, Ashwini Arjuna

“…The patient reported recent seafood consumption and was managed appropriately with antibiotic therapy before necessitating esophagogastroduodenoscopy (EGD) for further objective testing.…”
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