Human Case of Bartonella alsatica Lymphadenitis
Author Information
Author(s): Angelakis Emmanouil, Lepidi Hubert, Canel Atbir, Rispal Patrick, Perraudeau Françoise, Barre Isabelle, Rolain Jean-Marc, Raoult Didier
Primary Institution: Université de la Méditerranée, Marseille, France
Hypothesis
Can Bartonella alsatica cause lymphadenopathy in humans?
Conclusion
The case confirms that Bartonella alsatica could be a human pathogen, especially in individuals who have contact with rabbits.
Supporting Evidence
- Bartonella alsatica was confirmed in the patient's lymph node through molecular methods.
- The patient had a history of being scratched by a wild rabbit.
- Histological examination showed granulomas similar to those in cat-scratch disease.
Takeaway
A 79-year-old woman got sick after being scratched by a rabbit, and doctors found out that a germ called Bartonella alsatica was making her lymph nodes swell.
Methodology
The study involved surgical removal of a lymph node, DNA extraction, PCR testing, and immunohistochemical analysis.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report.
Participant Demographics
The participant was a 79-year-old woman.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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