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  • Title: Rothia prosthetic knee joint infection.
    Author: Trivedi MN, Malhotra P.
    Journal: J Microbiol Immunol Infect; 2015 Aug; 48(4):453-5. PubMed ID: 23357608.
    Abstract:
    Rothia species - Gram-positive pleomorphic bacteria that are part of the normal oral and respiratory flora - are commonly associated with dental cavities and periodontal disease although systemic infections have been described. We describe a 53-year-old female with rheumatoid arthritis complicated by prosthetic knee joint infection due to Rothia species, which was successfully treated by surgical removal of prosthesis and prolonged antimicrobial therapy. The issue of antibiotic prophylaxis before dental procedures among patients with prosthetic joint replacements is discussed.
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