An Unusual Case of Urinary Tract Infection in a Pregnant Woman With Photobacterium damsela

We describe a case of a urinary tract infection with an unusual pathogen, Photobacterium damsela, in a pregnant female. This pathogen has been described as having a virulent life threatening nature, so a detailed history and prompt treatment is needed.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Jesus R. Alvarez, Sangeeta Lamba, Keisha Y. Dyer, Joseph J. Apuzzio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2006-01-01
Series:Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/IDOG/2006/80682