Melioidosis Acquired by Traveler to Nigeria
We describe melioidosis associated with travel to Nigeria in a woman with diabetes, a major predisposing factor for this infection. With the prevalence of diabetes projected to increase dramatically in many developing countries, the global reach of melioidosis may expand.
Main Authors: | Alex P. Salam, Nisa Khan, Henry Malnick, Dervla T.D. Kenna, David A.B. Dance, John L. Klein |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2011-07-01
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Series: | Emerging Infectious Diseases |
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Online Access: | https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/eid/article/17/7/11-0502_article |
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