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[Yersinioses]

E C Bonard

    Schweizerische Medizinische Wochenschrift
    |January 17, 1976
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Yersinia infections, common zoonoses causing fever, abdominal pain, and diarrhea, can mimic appendicitis. Prompt diagnosis and antibiotic treatment are crucial for managing these potentially severe, yet often benign, bacterial illnesses.

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    Area of Science:

    • Microbiology
    • Infectious Diseases
    • Public Health

    Background:

    • Yersinia species, specifically Yersinia pseudotuberculosis and Yersinia enterocolitica, are known pathogens.
    • These bacteria are zoonotic, with transmission to humans primarily occurring through ingestion.
    • Clinical manifestations often present as gastrointestinal distress, mimicking other acute abdominal conditions.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the principal clinical syndromes associated with Yersinia infections.
    • To highlight the common symptoms and potential complications.
    • To discuss the epidemiological distribution and therapeutic considerations.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of clinical syndromes caused by Yersinia pseudotuberculosis and Yersinia enterocolitica.

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  • Analysis of common symptoms, including fever, abdominal pain, diarrhea, arthralgia, and erythema nodosum.
  • Discussion of zoonotic transmission routes and geographical prevalence.

    • Main Results:

    • Fever, abdominal pain, and diarrhea are the most frequent symptoms.
    • Patients are frequently misdiagnosed and undergo surgery for suspected appendicitis.
    • Arthralgia and erythema nodosum are noted, particularly in adult patients.
    • While most cases are benign, severe outcomes are possible.
    • Many antibiotics demonstrate in vitro activity against Yersinia species.

    Conclusions:

    • Yersinia infections are zoonoses transmitted via ingestion, presenting with diverse clinical syndromes.
    • Increased physician awareness is necessary to improve diagnosis and management, potentially increasing their relative incidence.
    • Effective antibiotic therapies are available for Yersinia infections.