Campylobacter jejuni--An Emerging Foodborne Pathogen
1999
Campylobacter jejuni: An Emerging Foodborne Pathogen
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Evidence: high
Author Information
Author(s): Sean F. Altekruse, Norman J. Stern, Patricia I. Fields, David L. Swerdlow
Primary Institution: U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Conclusion
Campylobacter jejuni is the most frequently diagnosed bacterial cause of human gastroenteritis in the United States, with significant public health implications due to its association with severe sequelae and antimicrobial resistance.
Supporting Evidence
- Campylobacter jejuni infections are the leading cause of bacterial gastroenteritis in the United States.
- An estimated 2.1 to 2.4 million cases of human campylobacteriosis occur each year.
- Chronic sequelae associated with C. jejuni infection include Guillain-Barre syndrome and reactive arthritis.
- Consumption of undercooked poultry and mishandling of raw poultry are major risk factors for infection.
Takeaway
Campylobacter jejuni is a germ that can make people sick from eating undercooked chicken. It's important to handle food safely to avoid getting sick.
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