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[Human gastroenteritis associated with Vibrio fluvialis in Recife]
V Magalhães1, R A Lima, E Magalhães
1Departamento de Medicina Tropical, Universidade Federal de Pernambuco, UFPE.
Arquivos De Gastroenterologia
|July 1, 1990
Summary
This case study reports the first instance of Vibrio fluvialis gastroenteritis in Brazil. Further research is needed to understand the prevalence of this Vibrio species in human infections.
Area of Science:
- Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Vibrio gastroenteritis is infrequently reported in Brazil.
- Vibrio species are a known cause of bacterial gastroenteritis globally.
- Surveillance for Vibrio infections in Brazil is limited.
Observation:
- A case of human gastroenteritis is presented where only Vibrio fluvialis was identified in stool samples.
- The patient presented with typical symptoms of gastroenteritis.
Findings:
- Vibrio fluvialis was confirmed as the causative agent of gastroenteritis in this patient.
- Clinical, epidemiological, and microbiological features associated with Vibrio fluvialis infection are discussed.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for Vibrio fluvialis to cause gastroenteritis in Brazil.
- Increased awareness and diagnostic focus on Vibrio species, including V. fluvialis, may be warranted in Brazil.
- Further epidemiological studies are needed to determine the true incidence of Vibrio fluvialis infections in the region.