Surviving Capnocytophaga Canimorsus Septic Shock: Intertwining a Challenging Diagnosis with Prompt Treatment

<i>Capnocytophaga canimorsus</i> is zoonotic agent isolated from humans bitten by dogs or cats. Although rare, severe infection usually affects male patients over the age of 50, asplenic or immunocompromised. Diagnosis is often challenging, often missing a history of contact with dogs or...

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Main Authors: Fulvio Nisi, Andrea Dipasquale, Elena Costantini, Enrico Giustiniano, Umberto Ripani, Maurizio Cecconi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-01-01
Series:Diagnostics
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/12/2/260