Liver abscesses from Vibrio cholerae infection in a non-coastal area
Author Information
Author(s): Coen Veenstra, Marion Kolader, Sébastien Matamoros, Kim Sigaloff
Primary Institution: Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Hypothesis
Can non-O1/non-O139 Vibrio cholerae cause severe infections like liver abscesses in immunocompromised patients?
Conclusion
The case demonstrates that non-O1/non-O139 Vibrio cholerae can cause severe infections, including liver abscesses, particularly in immunocompromised individuals.
Supporting Evidence
- Vibrio cholerae is known for causing cholera but can also cause severe infections in rare cases.
- The patient had a history of drinking contaminated water from a well.
- Laboratory tests showed elevated liver enzymes and signs of inflammation.
- Blood cultures confirmed the presence of Vibrio cholerae.
- The patient improved significantly after treatment with antibiotics.
Takeaway
A sick man got very ill after drinking water from a well, and doctors found out it was because of a special kind of bacteria that usually doesn't make people sick.
Methodology
The patient was treated with antibiotics and monitored for clinical improvement, with microbiological diagnostics confirming the infection.
Limitations
The case report is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
An 80-year-old male with a well-suppressed HIV-1 infection.
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