Meningitis caused by Streptococcus suis: a case report
Introduction. Streptococcus suis, a diplococcus Gram +, alfa haemolytic, commensal in pigs. Infection in humans is due to a different location and is one of the most common cause of meningitis in adults. Risks: consumption of undercooked pork, rearing and slaughter of pigs. Clinical case.Woman, 46aa...
Main Authors: | , , , , |
---|---|
Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
Published: |
PAGEPress Publications
2010-12-01
|
Series: | Microbiologia Medica |
Subjects: | |
Online Access: | http://www.pagepressjournals.org/index.php/mm/article/view/2414 |