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The Microbiology of Wounds: Neal R. Chamberlain, PH.D., Department of Microbiology/Immunology Kcom
The Microbiology of Wounds: Neal R. Chamberlain, PH.D., Department of Microbiology/Immunology Kcom
Wounds
Streptococcus pyogenes
Can result in necrotizing fasciitis or
streptococcal toxic shock syndrome. Not
very common. Only about 520 cases per
year of each condition.
More common to see cellulitis and
erysipelas after infection of a chronic
wound.
Bacterial Problems to
Consider
Clostridium tetani
Contamination of chronic wounds by
exogenous sources is common.
Of the 41 cases of tetanus that occurred
in 1998, a total of 16 (39%) were among
persons aged greater than or equal to 60
years.
Make sure your patients have gotten their
tetanus vaccination.
Bacterial Problems to
Consider