Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Pet septicaemia from rare bacteria - what to know
By Goddard, W W et al.·Published in The Journal of infection·1998·Department of Microbiology, United Kingdom·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Anaerobiospirillum succiniciproducens septicaemia: important aspects of diagnosis and management.
Plain-English summary
A rare bacteria called Anaerobiospirillum succiniciproducens can cause a serious infection known as septicaemia (blood infection). In this case, a 63-year-old woman with liver disease and a history of gastrointestinal bleeding developed this infection. She had two dogs and a cat at home. Despite receiving supportive care and antibiotics that were tested for effectiveness, she unfortunately passed away. The study discusses how to identify this bacteria and its resistance to certain antibiotics, as well as other health issues that may make someone more vulnerable to this infection.
Abstract
Anaerobiospirillum succiniciproducens is a rare cause of septicaemia. A 63-year-old woman with liver cirrhosis and a history of melaena developed A. succiniciprodocens septicaemia. She owned two pet dogs and a cat. Despite supportive management and antibiotic treatment supported by in vivo testing, the patient died. The characteristics identification and antimicrobial susceptibility of A. succiniciproducens are discussed and previous reported underlying disease reviewed.
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