Neurobrucellosis
Brucellosis is a zoonotic infection transmitted to humans from animals (cattle, goats, sheep) via The UK is a non-endemic country. […]
Infection, Laboratory
Necrotising fasciitis
Necrotising fasciitis (NF): It is an infection of the subcutaneous tissue/fat and fascia of the skin. It spreads rapidly along
MRSA guideline – HIS and IPS guideline
Universal or targeted screening Rescreening Test Staff screening Decolonisation In patients with eczema, dermatitis, or skin conditions – an attempt
Microbiology for medical students
Microbiology for medical students / Foundation Doctors
Introduction Microbiology can be a daunting subject for medical students and junior doctors alike to approach. Confronted with masses of
Leptospira spp.
This is from a presentation. The pictures were my slides. Feel free to download them if you wish. Leptospirosis, a
Bacteria
Kingella spp.
Bacteria: Fastidious gram-negative coccobacilli that appear in pairs or short chains.Commensal of the mouth and upper respiratory tract.The genus Kingela
Bacteria
Leclercia adecarboxylata
While authorising the urine result – I found that a urine sample from the community has grown Leclercia adecarboxylata. The patient