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Salmonella hvittingfoss, a rare case of postoperative endometritis : a case report and review of the literature
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Key clinical messageMicrobiological diagnosis of endometritis and appropriate antibiotic treatment based on the antibiogram is essential. We should remain critical about the potential etiologic pathogens, especially when traveling abroad and during pregnancy. Therefore, it is essential to obtain cultures prior to the administration of antibiotics.AbstractWe present a case of postoperative endometritis in a patient with incomplete miscarriage, who underwent dilatation and curettage. Blood, cervical and stool cultures revealed the presence of Salmonella hvittingfoss. Gynecological postoperative infections with Salmonella spp. are rare according to the current literature. Transvaginal ultrasound at first emergency encounter.image
Language
English
Source (journal)
Clinical Case Reports
Publication
2024
ISSN
2050-0904
DOI
10.1002/CCR3.8591
Volume/pages
12 :3 (2024) , p. 1-6
Article Reference
e8591
ISI
001186591800001
Pubmed ID
38505480
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UAntwerpen
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Creation 02.05.2024
Last edited 08.05.2024
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