A case of Morganella morganii bacteremia secondary to wound infection in middleaged immunocompromised patient in Saudi Arabia

Abstract

Background: Morganella morganii is a facultative, anaerobic, Gram-negative bacillus commonly found in the environment and in the intestinal tracts of humans, mammals, and reptiles as normal flora. Despite its wide distribution, it is a rare cause of community-acquired infection and is most frequently seen in postoperative and other nosocomial settings. Case Presentation: A 50-year-old woman presented to our emergency department with an ulcerated wound infection, which she acquired 2 weeks ago. She is a known case of schizophrenia, metastatic breast cancer with hormonal therapy, and palliative pain management. While culturing her wound, we found her M. Morganii positive. Her condition was complicated by bacteremia. She passed away during her hospital stay. Conclusion: This study warrants clinicians to be aware of the rare yet very dangerous presentation of M. Morganii in an immunocompromised patient.