Beware — The Anaerobe Bandwagon

Abstract

Important studies have recently advanced understanding and recognition of the role of anaerobic organisms as a cause of serious infections.^{1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8} Bornstein et al.¹ noted an increase in anaerobic isolations at the Massachusetts General Hospital in the years 1960–63, and a number of institutions in the past few years have reported increased anaerobic isolations as a consequence of improved methods.² Several special programs and conferences concerning anaerobic infections have been held,^{9 , 10} and rapid dissemination of this new information has made it a frequent subject of discussion on ward rounds and grand rounds at most major teaching institutions. The result seems to . . .