Kingella Kingae

Kingella kingae is a type of Gram-negative coccobacillus bacteria that is found in humans, usually in the nose, throat and oral cavity. It can cause serious infections in individuals with weakened immune systems and has been linked to a variety of diseases, including bacteremia, endocarditis and septic arthritis. Kingella kingae is also an important cause of childhood infections, such as osteomyelitis, cellulitis and abscesses. It can also be transmitted among family members and health care workers. As such, it is important to understand the significance of Kingella kingae in order to prevent, detect and treat any potential infections caused by it.