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Pan S, Zhao Y, Zhou K, Chen S, Maimaitiming M, Wu J, Tuerxun M, Chong Y, Zhu J. Incidence and Outcomes of Brucella Endocarditis in a High-Prevalence Area: A Single-Center Study. J Epidemiol Glob Health 2024; 14:905-913. [PMID: 38829489 PMCID: PMC11444021 DOI: 10.1007/s44197-024-00232-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/05/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE To analyze the clinical characteristics of Brucella endocarditis (BE) and observe the factors related to death to provide guidance for clinical treatment. METHODS This study examined all patients with BE admitted to The First People's Hospital of Kashi Prefecture between January 2017 and November 2023. Clinical characteristics and follow-up outcomes were collected for analysis. RESULTS This study revealed 774 cases of brucellosis and 14 cases of BE, with an overall incidence rate of 1.88%. Most of the patients were male (71.43%) and lived in areas where brucellosis is common. Patients ranged in age from 26 to 68 years. Common symptoms reported among patients included chest tightness and fatigue, and a significant portion also presented with congestive heart failure. Most patients exhibited normal white blood cell counts (WBC) but had elevated levels of C-reactive protein (CRP). Transthoracic ultrasound (TTE) revealed cardiac valve vegetation in all patients, along with positive blood cultures. Six patients (42.86%) completed heart surgery, and ten (71.43%) completed anti-infection treatment. Six patients died, five of whom did not undergo surgery. The other patient with Marfan syndrome died after surgery. Sex, WBC count, neutrophil (NEUT) and total bilirubin (TBIL) were significant factors associated with regression in BE patients (P < 0.05) according to univariate analysis. CONCLUSIONS Patients with BE in Kashi have a severe clinical presentation at diagnosis, but early detection with improved cardiac ultrasound and aggressive treatment can improve the prognosis.
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- Shufang Pan
- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510630, China
- Department of Infectious Diseases, The First People's Hospital of Kashi Prefecture, Kashi, 844000, China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510630, China
- Department of Cardiology, The Third Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Rheumatology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Zhao Qing Hospital, Zhaoqing, 526000, China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510630, China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The First People's Hospital of Kashi Prefecture, Kashi, 844000, China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The First People's Hospital of Kashi Prefecture, Kashi, 844000, China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The First People's Hospital of Kashi Prefecture, Kashi, 844000, China
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510630, China.
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, 510630, China.
- Department of Infectious Diseases, The First People's Hospital of Kashi Prefecture, Kashi, 844000, China.
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Khairullah AR, Kurniawan SC, Puspitasari Y, Aryaloka S, Silaen OSM, Yanestria SM, Widodo A, Moses IB, Effendi MH, Afnani DA, Ramandinianto SC, Hasib A, Riwu KHP. Brucellosis: Unveiling the complexities of a pervasive zoonotic disease and its global impacts. Open Vet J 2024; 14:1081-1097. [PMID: 38938422 PMCID: PMC11199761 DOI: 10.5455/ovj.2024.v14.i5.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2024] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024] Open
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One zoonotic infectious animal disease is brucellosis. The bacteria that cause brucellosis belong to the genus Brucella. Numerous animal and human species are affected by brucellosis, with an estimated 500,000 human cases recorded annually worldwide. The occurrence of new areas of infection and the resurgence of infection in already infected areas indicate how dynamically brucellosis is distributed throughout different geographic regions. Bacteria originate from the blood and are found in the reticuloendothelial system, the liver, the spleen, and numerous other locations, including the joints, kidneys, heart, and genital tract. Diagnosis of this disease can be done by bacterial isolation, molecular tests, modified acid-fast stain, rose bengal test (RBT), milk ring test, complement fixation test, enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, and serum agglutination test. The primary sign of a Brucella abortus infection is infertility, which can result in abortion and the birth of a frail fetus that may go on to infect other animals. In humans, the main symptoms are acute febrile illness, with or without localization signs, and chronic infection. Female cattle have a greater risk of contracting Brucella disease. Human populations at high risk of contracting brucellosis include those who care for cattle, veterinarians, slaughterhouse employees, and butchers. Antibiotic treatment of brucellosis is often unsuccessful due to the intracellular survival of Brucella and its adaptability in macrophages. A "one health" strategy is necessary to control illnesses like brucellosis.
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- Aswin Rafif Khairullah
- Research Center for Veterinary Science, National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), Bogor, Indonesia
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- Master Program of Animal Sciences, Department of Animal Sciences, Specialisation in Molecule, Cell and Organ Functioning, Wageningen University and Research, Wageningen, The Netherlands
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- Division of Veterinary Microbiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Master Program of Veterinary Agribusiness, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Doctoral Program in Biomedical Science, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Health, Faculty of Vocational Studies, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Applied Microbiology, Faculty of Science, Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki, Nigeria
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- Division of Veterinary Public Health, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, Indonesia
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- Department of Microbiology and Parasitology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika, Mataram, Indonesia
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- School of Agriculture and Food Sustainability, The University of Queensland, Gatton, Queensland
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- Department of Veterinary Public Health, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika, Mataram, Indonesia
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Abu Nowar H, Al Dalahmeh A, Alrabadi M, Jabali S, Kakich M, Alqsous N, Adaileh O, Kannan S, Hjazeen A, Alqroom R. Exploring the Complex Landscape of Spine Brucellosis. Cureus 2024; 16:e51761. [PMID: 38318596 PMCID: PMC10843238 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.51761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/07/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Brucellosis is an infectious illness contracted by humans through the consumption of unpasteurized milk and dairy items. Brucella organisms are diminutive, gram-negative, non-motile, and non-spore-forming facultative intracellular, aerobic intracellular coccobacilli residing within the reproductive organs of host animals, leading to conditions such as abortions and sterility. Numerous species of Brucella have been identified, with the following four exhibiting varying degrees of pathogenicity in humans: Brucella melitensis (originating from sheep), Brucella suis (associated with pigs), Brucella abortus (linked to cattle), and Brucella canis (found in dogs). B. melitensis and B. suis demonstrate the highest level of pathogenicity, while B. abortus and B. canis exhibit a more moderate degree of pathogenicity. The illness can progress to systemic involvement, with the musculoskeletal system being particularly susceptible to complications. Spinal epidural abscess is an infrequent complication that may occur during spondylitis caused by Brucella species. Epidural abscesses most commonly affect the lumbar vertebrae, while their involvement in the cervical spine is relatively rare. OBJECTIVE In this review, we explore spine brucellosis, covering its epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnostics, and evolving treatments. We aim to enhance early detection, timely intervention, and patient outcomes. PATIENTS AND METHODS This retrospective chart analysis was conducted by revising all medical files for patients in whom spinal brucellosis was diagnosed and managed. RESULTS This study was conducted at King Hussein Medical Center (KHMC), Jordan, and included a total of 20 patients who were diagnosed with spine brucellosis during the study period. Within the final cohort, 65% of the patients were male (13/20), with an average age at diagnosis of 47.53±14.98 years (ranging from 4 to 61 years). The female group, on the other hand, had an average age at diagnosis of 51.12±15.55 years (ranging from 3 to 58 years). Statistical analysis of the data revealed no significant demographic differences between the two groups. Regarding the co-morbidities, no statistical differences were observed between the two groups. Examining the occupational status of the two groups, no differences were observed. Also, no differences were observed between the two groups regarding the residence place, or the spinal segment involved. CONCLUSION Spine brucellosis, although uncommon, poses a complex clinical challenge. Early diagnosis and a multidisciplinary approach are crucial for effective management. Further research is needed to refine diagnostic tools and treatment guidelines for spine brucellosis.
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- Hussam Abu Nowar
- Neurosurgery, King Hussein Medical Center - Royal Medical Services, Amman, JOR
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- Neurosurgery, King Hussein Medical Center - Royal Medical Services, Amman, JOR
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- Radiology, King Hussein Medical Center - Royal Medical Services, Amman, JOR
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- Community Medicine, Queen Rania Medical Center - Royal Medical Services, Amman, JOR
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- Neurosurgery, King Hussein Medical Center - Royal Medical Services, Amman, JOR
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- Psychiatry, King Hussein Medical Center - Royal Medical Services, Amman, JOR
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- Radiology, King Hussein Medical Center - Royal Medical Services, Amman, JOR
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- Directory of Royal Medical Services, King Hussein Medical Center, Amman, JOR
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- Community Health Nursing, Jordanian Royal Medical Services, Amman, JOR
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- Neurosurgery, King Hussein Medical Center - Royal Medical Services, Amman, JOR
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Mirhosseini SM, Bagheri A, Lak M, Aval ZA, Rezaei M. Massive cardiac vegetation and cardiomyopathy in a 23-year-old rancher with brucellosis. Clin Case Rep 2023; 11:e8177. [PMID: 37942182 PMCID: PMC10628112 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.8177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2023] [Revised: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/28/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023] Open
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Key clinical massage A 23-year-old rancher was admitted with the diagnosis of brucellosis. In evaluations, a massive vegetation in the aortic valve was seen. A combination of antibiotic therapy and cardiac surgery were performed, it seems this approach reduces mortality and complications. Abstract Brucellosis (also known as "undulant fever," "Mediterranean fever," or "Malta fever") is a zoonotic infection transmitted to humans from infected animals (cattle, sheep, goats, camels, pigs, or other animals) by ingestion of food products (such as unpasteurized dairy products) or by contact with tissue or fluids. It is the most frequent zoonosis globally and a major public health issue in many resource-poor nations. Endocarditis is one of the rarest and most dangerous consequences of brucellosis. Additionally, the combination of endocarditis with cardiomyopathy increases its rarity. This condition is usually treated with a high level of suspicion Serological, clinical, and epidemiological data can all be used to make a diagnosis. The use of echocardiography aids in the early diagnosis. Due to the high risk of recurrence and the extent of tissue destruction brought on by Brucella, the majority of experts advise an early surgical intervention; nevertheless, other writers assert that low-risk patients also require cautious therapy. In this article, we discuss the situation of a patient who underwent surgery and had Brucella endocarditis and heart failure. In conclusion, a combination of antibiotic therapy and cardiac surgery, reduces mortality and complications associated with Brucella endocarditis and improves patient quality of life.
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- Department of CardiologyModarres HospitalShahid Beheshti University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Critical Care Quality Improvement Research CenterShahid Beheshti University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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- Cardiovascular Research Center Shahid Beheshti University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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Zhang H, Wang Y, Wang Y, Deng X, Ji T, Ma Z, Yang N, Xu M, Li H, Yi J, Wang Y, Wang Y, Sheng J, Wang Z, Chen C. Using a Relative Quantitative Proteomic Method to Identify Differentially Abundant Proteins in Brucella melitensis Biovar 3 and Brucella melitensis M5-90. Front Immunol 2022; 13:929040. [PMID: 35928811 PMCID: PMC9343586 DOI: 10.3389/fimmu.2022.929040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2022] [Accepted: 06/23/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Brucellosis, caused by Brucella spp., is one of the most widespread bacterial zoonoses worldwide. Vaccination is still considered the best way to control brucellosis. An investigation into the differential proteome expression patterns of wild and vaccine strains may help researchers and clinicians differentiate between the strains to diagnose and better understand the mechanism(s) underlying differences in virulence. In the present study, a mass spectrometry-based, label-free relative quantitative proteomics approach was used to investigate the proteins expressed by the wild strain, B. melitensis biovar 3 and compare it with those expressed by B. melitensis M5-90. The higher level of virulence for B. melitensis biovar 3 compared to B. melitensis M5-90 was validated in vitro and in vivo. A total of 2133 proteins, encompassing 68% of the theoretical proteome, were identified and quantified by proteomic analysis, resulting in broad coverage of the B. melitensis proteome. A total of 147 proteins were identified as differentially expressed (DE) between these two strains. In addition, 9 proteins and 30 proteins were identified as unique to B. melitensis M5-90 and B. melitensis biovar 3, respectively. Pathway analysis revealed that the majority of the DE proteins were involved in iron uptake, quorum sensing, pyrimidine metabolism, glycine betaine biosynthetic and metabolic processes, thiamine-containing compound metabolism and ABC transporters. The expression of BtpA and VjbR proteins (two well-known virulence factors) in B. melitensis biovar 3 was 8-fold and 2-fold higher than in B. melitensis M5-90. In summary, our results identified many unique proteins that could be selected as candidate markers for differentiating vaccinated animals from animals with wild-type infections. BtpA and VjbR proteins might be responsible for the residual virulence of B. melitensis M5-90, while ABC transporters and thiamine metabolism associated proteins may be newly identified Brucella virulence factors. All of the identified DE proteins provide valuable information for the development of vaccines and the discovery of novel therapeutic targets.
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- Huan Zhang
- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Agricultural Microbiology, College of Veterinary Medicine Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Medicine, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
- *Correspondence: Yuanzhi Wang, ; Zhen Wang, ; Chuangfu Chen,
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
- *Correspondence: Yuanzhi Wang, ; Zhen Wang, ; Chuangfu Chen,
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- School of Animal Science and Technology, Shihezi University, Shihezi City, China
- *Correspondence: Yuanzhi Wang, ; Zhen Wang, ; Chuangfu Chen,
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Maalouf RG, Daher D, Rebeiz A, Kanafani Z. An unusual case of Brucella endocarditis involving a prosthetic pulmonary valve. REVISTA ESPANOLA DE CARDIOLOGIA (ENGLISH ED.) 2022; 75:450-452. [PMID: 34930694 DOI: 10.1016/j.rec.2021.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2021] [Accepted: 11/16/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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- Rami George Maalouf
- Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Faculty of Medicine, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Division of Cardiology, Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Division of Infectious Diseases, Department of Internal Medicine, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon.
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Shafizad M, Ehteshami S, Shojaei H, Jalili Khoshnoud R. Cervical spine epidural abscess caused by brucellosis: A case report and literature review. Clin Case Rep 2022; 10:e05644. [PMID: 35356180 PMCID: PMC8940601 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.5644] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/08/2021] [Revised: 02/20/2022] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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We report a rare case of epidural abscess at the cervical 5-cervical 6 (C5-C6) levels. The patient underwent surgery with complete abscess removal through C6 vertebral body corpectomy. The result of bacteriological culture was Brucella melitensis. Brucellosis must be considered as a possible cause of epidural abscess in patients from endemic area.
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- Misagh Shafizad
- Department of NeurosurgeryImam Khomeini HospitalMazandaran University of Medical SciencesSariMazandaranIran
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- Department of NeurosurgeryImam Khomeini HospitalMazandaran University of Medical SciencesSariMazandaranIran
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- Department of NeurosurgeryImam Khomeini HospitalMazandaran University of Medical SciencesSariMazandaranIran
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- Department of NeurosurgeryShohadaye Tajrish HospitalShahid Beheshti University of Medical SciencesTehranIran
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Maalouf RG, Daher D, Rebeiz A, Kanafani Z. Un caso inusual de endocarditis por Brucella que afecta a una válvula pulmonar protésica. Rev Esp Cardiol 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.recesp.2021.11.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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