Eschar and neck lymphadenopathy caused by <it>Francisella tularensis </it>after a tick bite: a case report

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Introduction</p> <p>In 25 to 35% of cases, the aetiological agent of scalp eschar and neck lymphadenopathy after a tick bite remains undetermined. To date, <it>Rickettsia slovaca</it>, <it>Rickettsia raoultii </it>and more rece...

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Main Authors: Socolovschi Cristina, Angelakis Emmanouil, Turc Yves, Gonin Khira, Edouard Sophie, Raoult Didier
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2011-03-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Online Access:http://www.jmedicalcasereports.com/content/5/1/108