Ralstonia pickettii bacteremia associated with pediatric extracorporeal membrane oxygenation therapy in a Canadian hospital.
We describe 2 pediatric patients with Ralstonia pickettii bacteremia associated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) therapy. Investigation revealed a common environmental source--the ECMO temperature-control units. We created guidelines for disinfecting these units that do not void the manufacturer's warranty and have prevented additional cases of bacteremia due to this organism.
Forgie
Sarah
S
Department of Pediatrics, Stollery Children's Hospital, Edmonton, Canada. sarahforgie@cha.ab.ca
Kirkland
Terri
T
Rennie
Robert
R
Chui
Linda
L
Taylor
Geoff
G
D016470:Bacteremia / Q000382:microbiology; D002170:Canada; D003428:Cross Infection / Q000382:microbiology; D004866:Equipment Contamination; D015199:Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D016905:Gram-Negative Bacterial Infections; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D049920:Ralstonia pickettii