A case of Vibrio pelagius in a child with inflammatory bowel disease.

Abstract

We describe a rare case of an eleven-year-old child with undiagnosed underlying Crohn's disease who contracted Vibrio pelagius. Though the exact source remained undetermined, the child may have acquired it through infected sea food. Automated system failed to exactly identify the isolated organism; we used detailed biochemical tests for identification. Early diagnosis and identification allowed for efficient treatment plan and the clinical improvement of the child. This case report will give insight to clinical microbiologists for identifying such uncommon bacteria by using biochemical assays in addition to automated systems especially, in those with underlying bowel illnesses.