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[Infant botulism: case report and review].

Daniela Arriagada S¹, Jan Wilhelm B, Alejandro Donoso F

¹Departamento de Pediatría, Facultad de Medicina, Clínica Alemana - Universidad del Desarrollo, Santiago, Chile.

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Infant botulism, a rare but serious illness, is most common in Chile. This case highlights the importance of early diagnosis and prevention, especially after honey consumption.

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Area of Science:

Pediatrics
Infectious Diseases
Neurology

Background:

Botulism is a rare neuroparalytic illness caused by toxins produced by Clostridium botulinum.
Infant botulism is the most frequent clinical presentation of botulism in Chile.
Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing this potentially fatal condition.

Observation:

A previously healthy seven-month-old infant presented with a two-week history of rhinorrhea, cough, fatigue, constipation, and progressive weakness.
Symptoms began after the infant consumed honey.
The infant developed arterial hypertension, attributed to autonomic dysfunction.

Findings:

Stool cultures confirmed the presence of Clostridium botulinum group 1 type A.
Electromyography results were consistent with botulism.
The infant's hypertension responded to calcium channel blockers, and muscle tone improved over four weeks.

Implications:

This case underscores the diagnostic challenges of infant botulism due to its varied clinical manifestations.
Prevention strategies must emphasize educating parents and healthcare providers about the risks, particularly concerning honey consumption.
Increased awareness can lead to earlier detection and improved patient outcomes for infant botulism.