Clinical and bacteriological profile of neonates admitted in the neonatal care unit of western regional hospital

Abstract

Background: Neonatal sepsis is leading cause of mortality in neonates. The organism responsible for sepsis differed depending on the site of Neonatal care unit and country. In this study, we aimed to look at cause of sepsis and antibiotic sensitivity.
 Materials and Methods: Neonates admitted in the neonatal care unit of western regional hospital from 14th August 2012 to 14th July 2014were included in the study. Septic workup was done and culture was sent. Results of culture sensitivity were noted along with the sensitivity pattern.
 Results: Neonatal sepsis accounted for 38 percent of total admission in the neonatal unit. Staphylococcus aureus was the most common organism isolated which was followed by Escherichia coli (E coli). Staphylococcus aureus isolated was sensitive to Cloxacillin in 97% of cases. There were 5 % mortalities during the study period.
 Conclusion: Neonatal sepsis was the most common reason for admission and staphylococcus aureus was the most common organism.

Effectiveness of Structured Teaching Programme Regarding Prevention of Infection in Hospitalized Neonates Among Nursing Students

“…The study finding shows that neonatal infection accounted for 38% of the total admission. 9 Infection rate in NICU is among the highest anywhere in the hospital. So, to reduce the infant mortality rate, the Nursing personnel working in the neonatal unit should be knowledgeable and skilful in the prevention of neonatal infections.…”

Causative Organisms, Antibiotic Sensitivity Patterns and Risk Factors Associated with Neonatal Sepsis at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenya

“…Neonatal sepsis is commonly caused by bacteria that can be classified based on gram staining patterns as either gram positive or gram negative. In countries with developing economies, gram positive organisms such as coagulase negative Staphylococci (CoNS), Enterococcus faecalis , methicillin-resistant and methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus -MRSA/MSSA and Streptococcus pneumoniae are the most predominant causative organism [7]. On the other hand, gram negative bacteria such as Klebsiella pneumoniae, Serratia marcescens, Acinetobacter baumannii and Escherichia coli have been associated with neonatal sepsis in high-income countries [8].…”