Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Toxic shock syndrome related to Streptococcus equi subsp zooepidemicus.
- Journal:
- BMJ case reports
- Year:
- 2013
- Authors:
- Saleh, Mohamed & Vialette, Véronique
- Affiliation:
- Hospital Victor Jousselin · France
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
This study talks about a case of toxic shock syndrome in a person caused by a type of bacteria called Streptococcus equi subsp zooepidemicus, which can be passed from horses to humans. The patient received successful treatment that included support for breathing and blood circulation, along with antibiotics and a special treatment using human antibodies and a method to filter blood. The combination of these treatments helped the patient recover from the condition.
Abstract
We describe a documented streptococcal toxic shock syndrome linked to horse-to-man transmission of Streptococcus equi subsp zooepidemicus. The patient was treated successfully with respiratory and haemodynamic support in conjunction with antibiotic treatment associated with polyvalent human immunoglobulin and high-volume venovenous haemofiltration.
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