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Infectious Diseases
Study results from B. Smith and colleagues broaden understanding of infectious diseases
February 10th, 2009
According to a study from Copenhagen, Denmark, "Maternal-foetal infection by Listeria monocytogenes is a rare complication in pregnancy. In the period 1994-2005, 37 culture-confirmed cases of maternal-foetal Listeria monocytogenes infections were reported in Denmark." "We examined 36 patients' files in order to evaluate risk factors, clinical and laboratory findings, response to therapy, and outcome for maternal-foetal listeriosis. Patient data and bacteriological findings were divided into 2 groups for comparison: 1 group with children born alive (n = 24) and another group with abortion or stillbirth (n = 12). 23 of the 36 children survived the acute infection, as did...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2009-02-10)
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