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Brucella canis in a HIV-infected patient

E Lawaczeck1, J Toporek, J Cwikla

  • 1Arizona Department of Health Services, Phoenix, AZ, USA. elisabeth.lawaczeck@state.co.us

Zoonoses and Public Health
|February 11, 2011
PubMed

Insights

Brucella canis infection in humans is rare, but immunocompromised individuals are at higher risk. This case report details a Brucella canis infection in a patient with human immunodeficiency virus.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Human Infectious Diseases
  • Immunology

Background:

  • Brucella canis is a bacterium primarily affecting dogs, with zoonotic potential to humans.
  • The incidence of human Brucella canis infections remains largely unquantified.
  • Immunocompromised individuals are suspected to be at increased risk of acquiring Brucella canis.

Observation:

  • This report describes a case of Brucella canis infection in a human patient.
  • The patient was coinfected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

Findings:

  • The case highlights a potential link between human immunodeficiency virus and increased susceptibility to Brucella canis.
  • This presentation underscores the importance of considering Brucella canis in immunocompromised patients with relevant exposure history.

Implications:

  • Further research is needed to elucidate the precise risks and clinical spectrum of Brucella canis in immunocompromised populations.
  • Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for Brucella canis in immunocompromised patients, particularly those with canine contact.
  • This case emphasizes the One Health approach, recognizing the interconnectedness of animal and human health in infectious disease transmission.

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