Meliodosis in Cirrhosis of Liver- A Case Series
Journal: Gastroenterology & Hepatology International Journal (Vol.1, No. 2)Publication Date: 2016-08-26
Authors : Jain M Patil V Varghese J Balajee G Jayanthi V; Rela M;
Page : 1-3
Keywords : Bacteria; Asia; Treatment; Meliodosis; Liver disease;
Abstract
Melioidosis is caused by Burkholderia pseudomallei, a gram negative saprophyte, endemic in Southeast Asia and Australia. The risk factors are diabetes and alcohol. We report three “difficult to treat” cases of melioidosis in cirrhotic patients.
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