Unusual subdural empyema in a homeless patient diagnosed by molecular approach: a case report
Abstract Background We report a case of subdural empyema in a homeless patient caused by Bartonella quintana. B. quintana is a facultative intracellular bacteria for which bacterial growth is fastidious. The molecular biology approach has been a real help in establishing the diagnosis. Case report A...
Main Authors: | Cécile Brin, Wladimir Sougakoff, Franck Bielle, Samya Abi Jaoude, Isabelle Bonnet, Elie Haddad, Eric Caumes, Stéphane Jauréguiberry |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-05-01
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Series: | BMC Infectious Diseases |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12879-020-05088-2 |
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