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Tetanus following human bite.

G I Muguti1, M S Dixon

  • 1Department of Surgery, Mpilo Central Hospital, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.

British Journal of Plastic Surgery
|November 1, 1992
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Tetanus can occur after a human bite, a rare but serious infection. This case highlights the rapid progression and fatal outcome despite intensive care.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Neurology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection caused by Clostridium tetani.
  • Typically associated with puncture wounds from soil or animal bites.
  • Human bites are an uncommon source of tetanus transmission.

Observation:

  • A 43-year-old woman presented with tetanus symptoms.
  • The onset of symptoms occurred within 4 days of a human bite.
  • The patient required intensive care unit admission.

Findings:

  • The case demonstrates tetanus following a human bite.
  • Despite aggressive medical management, the patient's condition deteriorated rapidly.
  • The patient died 6 days after admission.

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Implications:

  • Highlights the potential risk of tetanus from human bites.
  • Underscores the importance of prompt wound assessment and tetanus prophylaxis.
  • Suggests a need for increased awareness among healthcare providers regarding this transmission route.