Infectious Diseases Fellowship at Indiana University

@iuidfellowship.bsky.social

2 months ago

#clostridium #tetani Hard to culture. Dx relies on history & clinical findings. ICU care/airway protection/sedation/Benzodiazepines for symptomatic tx. Passive immunization with immune globulin shortens course & lessen severity. Abx metronidazole may improve outcome

Infectious Diseases Fellowship at Indiana University

@iuidfellowship.bsky.social

2 months ago

#Clostridium #tetani #tetanus obligate anaerobe terminal spore extremely stable in environment. R.F acute injury or injection drug use. Rare now due to availability of vaccine.