Abstract
Methicillin-resistant staph aureus (MRSA) has been known to cause severe hospital-acquired infections with its multi-drug resistant nature. MRSA Infections could quickly escalate into severe sepsis resulting in death, if not recognized and treated abruptly. This pathogen uncommonly causes Community-Acquired Pneumonia (CAP), which can lead to under treatment due to delayed coverage with anti-MRSA antibiotics resulting in poor clinical outcome. We herein describe an unusual case of MRSA CAP during COVID-19 pandemic in an 80-year-old male who was unresponsive and found to be in septic shock, intubated outside the hospital setting, and then brought to intensive care unit for further management. Laboratory and radiographic studies revealed MRSA in sputum culture and extensive bilateral consolidation with bilateral ground glass opacities and pleural effusions on imaging. Our patient was successfully treated with linezolid and extubated within 48 hours with a favorable outcome. High index of suspicion and a timely coverage with anti-MRSA antibiotics would reduce mortality and lead to a better outcome in otherwise fatal infection. Keywords: MRSA; Community-acquired pneumonia; Respiratory failure; Critical care; Case report
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