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ArticleEuropean journal of case reports in internal medicine2026

Late-Onset Spinal Implant Infection Due to Streptococcus Salivarius Probably Triggered by A Blood Splash During A Dental Procedure.

Yazeed Alekrish, Maha Alrabiah, Ali Somily, Faten Almohideb, Mazin Barry

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Yazeed AlekrishDepartment of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Maha AlrabiahInfectious Diseases Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Ali SomilyDepartment of Pathology (Microbiology Unit), College of Medicine, King Saud University Medical City (KSUMC), King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Faten AlmohidebDepartment of Radiology and Medical Imaging, College of Medicine, King Saud University, King Saud University Medical City, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Mazin BarryInfectious Diseases Unit, Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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Abstract

Introduction: Spinal implant infections (SIIs) are a rare but well-known complication of spinal surgery. Early SIIs are usually caused by Case description: Here, we present a rare case of a late-onset SII in a 24-year-old dentist, caused by oral streptococcal flora Discussion: The conjunctival mucosa is a well-established route of entry for blood-borne pathogens, particularly viral organisms, in health-care settings. Conclusion: This treatment strategy resulted in significant improvement of his symptoms and general condition. LEARNING POINTS: In culture-negative or late-onset implant infection, a deliberate occupational and bloodborne-exposure history can reveal a source that cultures do not.Prior antimicrobial exposure markedly lowers culture yield and withholding antibiotics before intra-operative, or aspiration sampling can be decisive.Eye protection is essential for dental and other healthcare workers, as the conjunctiva is a viable portal for bacterial as well as viral transmission.

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blood splashdentistsoccupational exposurespinal implant infectionStreptococcus salivarius

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