etymologia: Bartonella henselae
2008
Bartonella henselae: A Brief History
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Conclusion
Bartonella henselae was identified as a significant pathogen in HIV-infected patients and has a historical background linked to early 20th-century outbreaks.
Supporting Evidence
- Bartonella henselae was first identified in blood cultures of HIV-infected patients in 1985.
- The bacterium was named after scientist Alberto Leonardo Barton who discovered it during a railway outbreak in 1905.
Takeaway
Bartonella henselae is a type of bacteria that can make people very sick, and it was discovered a long time ago by a scientist who studied sick workers.
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