This report details the first human case of bloodstream infection caused by Kocuria indica, observed in a 1-year-old male with chronic idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (CIIP). The patient presented with fever and abdominal distension, and blood cultures identified K. indica through 16S rRNA gene sequencing. The infection was successfully treated with vancomycin. This case highlights the emergence of K. indica as a potential opportunistic pathogen, particularly in immunocompromised individuals or those with underlying gastrointestinal conditions like CIIP, which predispose them to unusual infections.
Key note: Kocuria indica can cause bloodstream infections in vulnerable patients with pre-existing conditions.