Cross-infection with Serratia marcescens.
Cross-infection in a urological unit due to Serratia marcescens is reported. The bacteriology of the organism and its mode of spread are described. It is suggested that Serratia marcescens may be a more virulent organism than is generally believed, especially in situations in which there is an excess of mucus.
D003428:Cross Infection; D006801:Humans; D007239:Infections; D012706:Serratia marcescens; D014552:Urinary Tract Infections / Q000382:microbiology*
SERRATIA MARCESCENS/infection; URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS/microbiology