In:
Journal of Medical Microbiology, Microbiology Society, Vol. 59, No. 12 ( 2010-12-01), p. 1505-1508
Abstract:
Campylobacter spp. are common causes of gastrointestinal infections. Campylobacter fetus is a much rarer pathogen in humans, and usually causes bacteraemia and systemic complications in patients with predisposing conditions. We report a case of spondylodiscitis caused by C. fetus subsp . fetus as revealed by vertebral biopsy culture. This identification was confirmed by sequencing the 16S rRNA gene and by phylogenetic analysis. Treatment consisted of 6 weeks antimicrobial therapy combined with a strict initial immobilization, followed by a re-education program. The patient's recovery was uneventful.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0022-2615
,
1473-5644
DOI:
10.1099/jmm.0.023382-0
Language:
English
Publisher:
Microbiology Society
Publication Date:
2010
detail.hit.zdb_id:
2083944-3
SSG:
12
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