Streptococcus Pneumoniae (Pneumococcus) - Pathophysiology and Management

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Dr. Mobeen presents the classification, diagnostic testing, metabolic properties, antigenicity, treatment, and vaccination for streptococcus pneumoniae. This pathogen is also called S. Pneumoniae, Pneumococcus, and Diplococcus.

Following identifying characteristics are presented:

Gram positive staining
Catalase negative
Bile sensitive
Optochin sensitive
Latex agglutination test positive for pneumococcal antigens
Teichoic acid
Diseases caused:
- Conjunctivitis
- Meningitis
- Otitis Media
- Pneumonia
- Sinusitis
Quellung positive testing
Alpha hemolysis
Antigenecity
- IgA protease
- Pneumolysin
Vaccination
- 23 valent polysacchride vaccine
- 13 valent conjugated polysacchride vaccine
Penicillin G and V
3rd Generation cephalosporins
- Ceftriaxone
- Cefotaxime
Vancomycin

In this video we will learn about :

1. Characteristics of S. Pneumoniae.

2. Diagnostic tests for S. Pneumoniae.

3. Diseases caused by S. Pneumoniae.

4. Antigenic properties of S. Pneumoniae.

5. Pathophysiology.

6. Treatment and management.

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Dr. Mobeen Syed

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