Necrotizing fasciitis and fatal septic shock associated with Streptococcus constellatus
Streptococcus constellatus is usually a benign, commensal bacteria but has increased incidence in blood cultures and abscesses. This pathogenic involvement is most prevalent in individuals with underlying medical conditions, such as solid tumors and type 2 diabetes mellitus, as well as in cases of...
Main Authors: | Fareed Rajack, Shawn Medford, Tammey Naab |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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University of São Paulo
2024-01-01
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Series: | Autopsy and Case Reports |
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Online Access: | https://www.revistas.usp.br/autopsy/article/view/221088 |
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