Which of the following statement is true about Bacteroides: (A) It is gram positive bacilli, (B) It is strictly aerobic, (C) It may cause peritonitis, (D) Presence in stool culture indicates need for treatment
Answer is C. It is a Gram-negative strictly anaerobic bacilli and is a common inhabitant of the intestinal tract. They may cause peritonitis. Reference: Textbook of Microbiology; Anathanarayan and paniker's; 10th edition; Page no: 264