| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3405812 | Journal of Infection and Public Health | 2016 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryBackgroundBrucella melitensis and B. abortus are the species generally isolated from human samples in Turkey. Several studies have also demonstrated the presence of antibodies against B. canis.Case report and studyBrucella spp. was isolated from blood culture from a 35-year-old male with clinical signs and symptoms of acute meningitis, including fever lasting for 1 week. Multiplex PCR demonstrated B. suis, and biochemical features indicated biovar 1.ConclusionsThis report is the first emphasizing that B. suis should be considered among the causes of brucellosis in Turkey.
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Authors
Murat Kutlu, Nural Cevahir, Sevil Erdenliğ-Gürbilek, Şerife Akalın, Mehmet Uçar, Selda Sayın-Kutlu,