Rare but Risky: Orthopedic Infections by Unconventional Gram-Positive Cocci – A Case Series

Infections due to unconventional organisms are rarely encountered in orthopedic patients. High index of suspicion of the infection, standard protocols of culture and clinical correlation of the laboratory reports play important role in dealing with these infections. These rare organisms should not be overlooked as contaminants. Furthermore, antimicrobial stewardship is helpful for better antimicrobial utilization.