A patient with an abscess has produced a large volume of brown-colored, putrid sputum. What type of microorganism would most likely result in brown, putrid sputum production?

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Anaerobic bacteria are responsible for foul-smelling, brown or grey secretions associated with a lung abscess.

A Patient with an Abscess Has Produced a Large Volume