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Anthrax
Researchers from College of Medicine report on findings in anthrax
August 12th, 2008
According to recent research published in the journal Frontiers in Bioscience, "Recent events have brought attention to the potential of Bacillus anthracis as an agent of bioterrorism. The shock like state of anthrax is invariably associated with high mortality, despite anti-microbial and supportive therapy." "Multi-system dysfunction is typical, including: enhanced vascular permeability, hemorrhage and inflammation. Important questions concerning the pathophysiology of anthrax-associated shock remain unanswered, including the effects of B. anthracis infection on cardiac function," wrote D.L. Goldman and colleagues, College of Medicine. The...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2008-08-12)
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