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.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Salam, A, Khan, N, Malnick, H, Kenna, D, Dance, D, Klein, J
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2011