Ureibacillus aquaedulcis sp. nov., isolated from freshwater well and reclassification of Lysinibacillus yapensis and Lysinibacillus antri as Ureibacillus yapensis comb. nov. and Ureibacillus antri comb. Nov.

A Gram-stain-positive aerobic, rod-shaped, spore-producing bacterium forming colonies with convex elevation and a smooth, intact margin was isolated from a freshwater sample collected from a well situated in an agricultural field. The 16S rRNA gene sequence of the isolated strain BA0131T showed the highest sequence similarity to Lysinibacillus yapensis ylb-03T (99.25%) followed by Ureibacillus chungkukjangi 2RL3-2T (98.91%) and U. sinduriensis BLB-1T (98.65%). The strain BA0131T was oxidase and catalase positive and urease negative. It also tested positive for esculin hydrolysis and reduction of potassium nitrate, unlike its phylogenetically closest relatives. The predominant fatty acids in strain BA0131T included were anteiso-C15:0, iso-C16:0, iso-C15:0, iso-C14:0 and the major polar lipids comprised were phosphatidylglycerol, diphosphatidylglycerol and phosphatidylethanolamine. The respiratory quinones identified in strain BA0131T were MK8 (H2) (major) and MK8 (minor). The strain BA0131T shared the lowest dDDH values with L. yapensis ylb-03T (21%) followed by U. chungkukjangi 2RL3-2T (24.2%) and U. sinduriensis BLB-1T (26.4%) suggesting a closer genetic relationship U. sinduriensis BLB-1T. The ANI percentage supported the close relatedness with U. sinduriensis BLB-1T (83.61%) followed by U. chungkukjangi 2RL3-2T (82.03%) and U. yapensis ylb-03T (79.57%). The core genome-based phylogeny constructed using over 13,704 amino acid positions and 92 core genes revealed the distinct phylogenetic position of strain BA0131T among the genus Ureibacillus. The distinct physiological, biochemical characteristics and genotypic relatedness data indicate the strain BA0131T represents a novel species of the genus Ureibacillus for which the name Ureibacillus aquaedulcis sp. nov. (Type strain, BA0131T = MCC 5284 = JCM 36475) is proposed. Additionally, based on extensive genomic and phylogenetic analyses, we propose reclassification of two species, L. yapensis and L. antri, as U. yapensis comb. nov. (Type strain, ylb-03T = JCM 32871T = MCCC 1A12698T) and U. antri (Type strain, SYSU K30002T = CGMCC 1.13504T = KCTC 33955T).

Fictibacillus fluitans sp. nov., isolated from freshwater pond.

A Gram-positive, aerobic, rod-shaped, spore-forming bacterium, designated NE201T, was isolated from a freshwater pond in Village Nerur, India. Growth was observed in the range of 15-45 °C temperature with optimum at 30 °C, pH range of 5-9 (optimum at 7.0), and at concentrations of NaCl ranging between 0 and 14% (optimum 0%, w/v). The 16S rRNA gene sequence showed the highest similarity with Fictibacillus enclensis NIO-1003T (JF893461) at 99.01% followed by F. rigui WPCB074T (EU939689) at 98.9% and F. solisalsi CGMCC 1.6854T (EU046268) at 98.66%. The digital DNA-DNA hybridization (dDDH) and orthoANI values for strain NE201T against F. enclensis NIO-1003T (GCA_900094955.1) were 33.7% and 87.68%, respectively. The phylogenetic analysis based on the 16S rRNA gene, 92 core genes derived from the genome, and 20 proteins involving over 20,236 amino acid positions revealed the distinct phylogenetic position of strain NE201T and the formation of a clearly defined monophyletic clade with F. enclensis. The strain NE201T showed a unique carbon utilization and assimilation pattern that differentiated it from F. enclensis NIO-1003T. The major fatty acids were anteiso -C15:0 (51.42%) and iso-C15:0 (18.88%). The major polar lipids were phosphatidylglycerol (PG), phosphatidylethanolamine (PE, and diphosphatidylglycerol (DPG). The antiSMASH analyzed genome of NE201T highlighted its diverse biosynthetic potential, unveiling regions associated with terpene, non-ribosomal peptide synthetases (NRPS), lassopeptides, NI-siderophores, lanthipeptides (LAP), and Type 3 Polyketide Synthases (T3PKS). The overall phenotypic, genotypic, and chemotaxonomic characters strongly suggested that the strain NE201T represents a novel species of genus Fictibacillus for which the name Fictibacillus fluitans sp. nov. is proposed. The type strain is NE201T (= MCC 5285 = JCM 36474).

A Rare Genetic Mutation Leading to a Deficiency of Adenosine Deaminase 2 Enzyme in a Long-Standing Case of Cutaneous Polyarteritis Nodosa: A Case Report.

Vasculitis is an inflammatory disorder of blood vessels affecting multiple organs. A deficiency of adenosine deaminase enzyme type 2 (DADA2) is a novel condition identified as a monogenic cause of cutaneous vasculitis. Since its first description in 2014, numerous case series and literature across several countries have expanded the scope of our understanding of this rare genetic condition. However, due to a scarcity of reported cases in adults, little is known regarding its full spectrum of clinical presentations, treatment guidelines, or outcomes in the adult patient population. It is established that it commonly affects multiple organ systems, such as the skin, musculoskeletal, neurological, hematological, gastrointestinal, and renal systems. It presents with a wide range of clinical manifestations, including fever, Livedoid rash, cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa, polyneuropathy, and immunodeficiency. Such a varied clinical spectrum opens an opportunity for discussion to list some of the differential signs of DADA2. In this article, we report a unique case of a 26-year-old male with a delay of nine years in diagnosing a genetic mutation that led to DADA2. In addition, a 10-year history of recurring cutaneous ulcers and peripheral neuropathy makes this case a noteworthy addition to the literature on cutaneous vasculitis and its miscellaneous causes.

A Rare Case of Combined Langerhans Cell Histiocytosis and Adult-Onset Xanthogranuloma: A Case Report.

Langerhans cell histiocytosis (LCH) and adult-onset xanthogranuloma (AXG) are rare disorders characterized by the accumulation of macrophage, dendritic cells, or monocyte-derived cells in various tissues of the body. Many researchers now consider LCH a form of malignancy, but this classification remains controversial. As per our knowledge, there are only 36 cases of AXG reported so far in the English literature. Here, we report a case of AXG and single-system LCH found in the oral cavity and cervical lymph nodes, respectively. In this article, we intend to define a clear understanding of some classic clinical, radiological, and histopathological findings of LCH and AXG, to differentiate them from oral malignancies. The primary goal of this article is to increase awareness regarding conditions that closely resemble malignancies and to save patients from the burden of extensive treatment under the presumption of malignant disorders. In the medical field, reporting of rare cases is highly encouraged; however, proper treatment for the patient depends on the accurate diagnosis that, in this case, was made postoperatively, which only added more physical and mental distress for the patient and their family.