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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Omphalitis is most commonly caused by bacteria. The most common bacteria are [[Staphylococcus aureus]], [[Streptococcus]], [[Escherichia Coli]] and [[Klebsiella pneumoniae]]. The infection is typically caused by a mix of these organisms and is, thus, a mixed [[Gram-positive]] and [[Gram-negative]] infection. [[Anaerobic organism|Anaerobic]] bacteria can also be involved. | |||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1];Mugilan Poongkunran M.B.B.S [2]
Overview
Omphalitis is most commonly caused by bacteria. The most common bacteria are Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus, Escherichia Coli and Klebsiella pneumoniae. The infection is typically caused by a mix of these organisms and is, thus, a mixed Gram-positive and Gram-negative infection. Anaerobic bacteria can also be involved.
Causes
Life Threatening Causes
Common Causes
- Improper cord care
- Escherichia coli
- Klebsiella
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Streptococcus agalactiae
- Streptococcus pyogenes
Causes by Organ System
Causes in Alphabetical Order
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