Klinische Pädiatrie
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Klinische Pädiatrie · Dec 2010
Case ReportsLemierre syndrome and nosocomial transmission of Fusobacterium necrophorum from patient to physician.
Human-to-human transmission of Fusobacterium necrophorum has not been described before. ⋯ Early diagnosis and treatment of anaerobic pharyngitis is critical to prevent Lemierre Syndrome. Respiratory precautions should be recommended to medical staff caring for patients with suspected Lemierre Syndrome to prevent nosocomial transmission.