Corynebacterium JK (Johnson-Kay strain) @entity281 of a K  ntscher-nailed XXXX .

@entity1 @entity2176 @entity7048 @entity174 @entity281 @entity299
A slow-growing Corynebacterium was isolated in pure culture from pus of a K  ntscher-nailed @entity174 . The strain was identified as Johnson-Kay strain or corynebacterium JK (CJK). This bacterium has been discovered recently and recognized as the cause of serious @entity281 , especially in immunocompromized @entity1 , polytraumatized @entity1 , and @entity1 with @entity299 . Superficial wounds can be colonized and hemocultures contaminated with CJK. Nosocomial spreading can occur. This microorganism is usually highly resistant to antimicrobial agents and requires therapy with @entity2176 . This case was different from @entity281 with "CJK" in several aspects. The @entity281 occurred in a @entity1 without underlying disease and the strain was sensitive to the antibiotic. The @entity1 responded well to @entity7048 treatment. Being part of the normal skin flora, Corynebacteria are often discarded as contaminants. A critical review of all clinical and laboratory data is necessary for the recognition of the @entity281 and is important especially when a resistant strain is encountered.
