Staphylococcus haemolyticus

Staphylococcus haemolyticus is a member of the coagulase-negative staphylococci CoNS. It is part of the skin flora of humans and its largest populations are usually found at the axillae perineum and inguinal areas. S. haemolyticus also colonizes primates and domestic animals. It is a well-known opportunistic pathogen and is the second-most frequently isolated CoNS S. epidermidis is the first. Infections can be localized or systemic and are often associated with the insertion of medical devices. The highly antibiotic-resistant phenotype and abili...

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