Hadano Yoshiro
Division of Infection Control and Prevention, Shimane University Hospital, Izumo, JPN.
Cureus. 2024 Feb 13;16(2):e54118. doi: 10.7759/cureus.54118. eCollection 2024 Feb.
The term "Gram-ghost appearance" refers to mycobacteria's unique Gram staining characteristics. Recognizing as a potential pathogen in respiratory infections, especially in the elderly during the COVID-19 pandemic, is critical. This case highlights the pivotal role of Gram staining in diagnosis, particularly when COVID-19 tests consistently show negative results. Recognition of Gram-ghost bacilli facilitated prompt tuberculosis diagnosis, emphasizing the enduring diagnostic value of Gram staining, especially in the COVID-19 era.
“革兰氏幽灵样外观”一词指的是分枝杆菌独特的革兰氏染色特征。认识到分枝杆菌作为呼吸道感染尤其是在新冠疫情期间老年人呼吸道感染中的潜在病原体至关重要。该病例突出了革兰氏染色在诊断中的关键作用,特别是在新冠病毒检测持续呈阴性结果时。识别革兰氏幽灵样杆菌有助于及时诊断结核病,强调了革兰氏染色持久的诊断价值,尤其是在新冠时代。