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Haemophili in faeces

G G Palmer

    Journal of Medical Microbiology
    |February 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    Haemophilus bacteria were found in the feces of 26% of patients and 12% of healthy meatworkers. Most isolates were Haemophilus parainfluenzae, but fecal carriage in the general population remains unknown.

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    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Bacteriology

    Background:

    • Haemophilus species are known human commensals and pathogens.
    • The presence and prevalence of Haemophilus in human feces are not well-documented.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of Haemophilus in fecal samples from patients and healthy meatworkers.
    • To identify the predominant Haemophilus species found in fecal carriage.

    Main Methods:

    • Fecal samples were collected from 612 patients and 525 healthy meatworkers.
    • Samples were plated on a selective medium for the isolation of Haemophilus.
    • Isolates were identified to the species level.

    Main Results:

    • Haemophilus was isolated from 26% of patient fecal samples.

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  • Haemophilus was isolated from 12% of healthy meatworker fecal samples.
  • The majority of isolates were identified as Haemophilus parainfluenzae.

    • Conclusions:

    • Haemophilus species, particularly Haemophilus parainfluenzae, are present in human feces.
    • Fecal carriage of Haemophilus is detectable in both patient and healthy populations.
    • Further studies are needed to determine the fecal carriage rate in the general healthy population.