Emergence of melioidosis in the Indian Ocean region: Two new cases and a literature review.
Melioidosis is a disease caused by bacteria called B. pseudomallei. Infections can develop after contact with standing water. This disease can reach all the organs and especially the lungs. It is associated with a high mortality rate (up to 50%). Melioidosis is endemic in northern Australia and in S...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2017-12-01
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Series: | PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases |
Online Access: | http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC5730118?pdf=render |