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Tularemia.

William A Jensen1, Carl M Kirsch

  • 1Department of Medicine, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, San Jose, CA 95128, USA. william.jensen@hhs.co.santa-clara.ca.us

Seminars in Respiratory Infections
|September 25, 2003
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Tularemia is a complex disease caused by Francisella tularensis, a bacterium with various hosts. This review covers its history, clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment, focusing on its potential as a biological weapon.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Microbiology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Tularemia is a zoonotic disease caused by Francisella tularensis, an intracellular bacterium with diverse hosts.
  • Historically, tularemia incidence peaked in 1939, with rare cases seen by modern clinicians.

Observation:

  • Francisella tularensis exhibits varied clinical syndromes based on the portal of entry.
  • The bacterium has been a subject of biological warfare research and stockpiling by nations.

Findings:

  • The article provides a comprehensive review of tularemia's history, clinical manifestations, and diagnostic approaches.
  • It details current treatment strategies for tularemia infections.

Implications:

  • Francisella tularensis is classified as a Category A critical biological agent by the CDC due to its potential for misuse.

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  • Understanding tularemia is crucial for biodefense and public health preparedness against bioterrorism.