Paracoccus yeei

Gram Stain

• Gram negative cocci/diplococci/short bacilli - characteristic doughnut shaped cells - nonfermenter

Clinical Significance

This organism is found in soil environments.

It has been implicated in bacteremia, CAPD peritonitis, and skin/soft tissue (wound) infections. It may be a cause of decompensation in cirrhotic patients.

Usual Susceptibility Pattern

This organism appears quite susceptible to most antibiotics including penicillins, cephalosporins, carbapenems, aminoglycosides, quinolones, and tetracyclines.