scholarly journals Case report on the human infection with Tularemia in Mykolaiv Region, 2018

2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 15-17
Author(s):  
O. B. Zlenko ◽  
O. S. Ignatenkov ◽  
K. V. Vinokurova ◽  
A. P. Gerilovych
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Western Blot ◽  
Blood Serum ◽  
Francisella Tularensis ◽  
Water Samples ◽  
Human Infection ◽  
Agglutination Test ◽  
Surrounding Area ◽  
Type Settlement ◽  
Positive Results

The work aims to provide a study and report the case with a 47-year-old white man from urban-type settlement Oleksandrivka (Voznesensk District, Mykolaiv Region) diagnosed with pharyngitis, amygdalitis, polylymphoadenopathy, and buboadenitis caused by Francisella tularensis. The tularemia diagnosis in the patient was confirmed with agglutination test and western blot of patient’s blood serum in dilutions 1:100 and 1:200 respectively. The additional surveillance study (rodents, ticks, and water samples) in the surrounding area of the patient’s house showed positive results for F. tularensis in ticks in dilution 1:160++++

scholarly journals Occurrence of Leptospirosis in Domestic Animals Reared on Exposed or Non-Exposed to Flood Areas of Eastern Poland

2012 ◽  
Vol 56 (4) ◽  
pp. 489-493 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bernard Wasiński ◽  
Jacek Sroka ◽  
Angelina Wójcik-Fatla ◽  
Violetta Zając ◽  
Ewa Cisak ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Blood Serum ◽  
Infection Rate ◽  
Rural Community ◽  
Domestic Animals ◽  
Agglutination Test ◽  
Microscopic Agglutination Test ◽  
Serum Samples ◽  
Vistula River ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Positive Results

Abstract Blood serum samples collected from randomly selected groups of 32 pigs and 41 cows reared in farms belonging to the rural community “A” located in eastern Poland and exposed to the Vistula river floods, and serum samples from groups of 41 pigs and 40 cows from farms belonging to the rural community “B” located also in eastern Poland but not in the area exposed to floods, were examined by the microscopic agglutination test for the presence of antibodies against 18 Leptospira serovars. The percentage of serum samples presenting positive results with at least one serovar were higher in pigs and cows from community “A” comparing to community “B” (34.4% vs. 4.9% and 26.8% vs. 15.0%, respectively). In the case of pigs, the difference was statistically significant (P=0.0015). The reactions with 12 Leptospira serovars (Australis, Bataviae, Bratislava, Canicola, Hardjo, Hebdomadis, Icterohaemorrhagiae, Pomona, Poi, Cynopteri, Grippotyphosa, Celledoni,), belonging to four species (L. interrogans, L.borgpetersenii, L. kirschneri, L. weili) were found in the examined animals. In community “B”, six reactions with one serovar and two reactions with two serovars were noted whereas in community “A” - 19 reactions with one serovar, one reaction with two serovars and two reactions with six serovars were observed. The titres in animals reared in community “A” were significantly higher (up to 25,600) compared to community “B” (up to 200, P=0.0094). The obtained results suggest that the exposure to flooding may increase the infection rate in pigs and cows from afflicted areas to some extent.

Applying Bacteriological Parameters for Evaluating Underground Water Quality

1988 ◽  
Vol 20 (11-12) ◽  
pp. 425-428 ◽  
Author(s):  
H. T. El-Zanfaly ◽  
A. M. Shabaan
Keyword(s):  
Water Quality ◽  
Drinking Water ◽  
Water Samples ◽  
Anaerobic Bacteria ◽  
Underground Water ◽  
Faecal Coliforms ◽  
Bacterial Pollution ◽  
Important Approach ◽  
Positive Results ◽  
Faecal Streptococci

A total of 111 water samples were drawn from 15 wells. These samples were subjected to bacteriological examinations to determine the suitability of the monitored wells as source for drinking water. Significant levels of bacterial pollution indicators were detected in the underground water samples during the period of study. Total bacterial counts ranged between 10-104CFU/ml. Faecal streptococci was the most common and detected in 9 6% of water samples. Lower percentages of samples (92, 55 and 45%) were contaminated with total coliforms, faecal coliforms and total clostridia, respectively. Faecal coliforms: faecal streptococci was less than 0.7 in 86% of the examined samples. Anaerobic bacteria were detected in the examined well water samples. Only 101 water samples were tested for anaerobic spore-formers and all showed positive results. Most examined wells do not meet the water quality standards for drinking water. Accordingly, the necessity of controllin bacterial pollution in ground-water through disinfection was clearly confirmed. Testing the underground water for more than one indicator represents an important approach for water quality assurance.

scholarly journals Crime Scene Analysis Through DNA Testing of Canine Feces—A Case Report

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 56-61
Author(s):  
Vishal Somnay ◽  
Thomas Duong ◽  
Ray-Young Tsao ◽  
Joseph A. Prahlow
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Epithelial Cells ◽  
Critical Role ◽  
Crime Scene ◽  
Scene Analysis ◽  
Dna Testing ◽  
Forensic Dna ◽  
Forensic Dna Testing ◽  
Positive Results ◽  
Crime Scene Analysis

Forensic DNA testing can play a critical role in homicide investigations. Selecting the appropriate evidence on which to perform DNA testing requires foresight and reasoning based on experience and science. Although successful DNA testing can occur using many substrates, including blood, hair, and sweat/epithelial cells, positive results can also result from testing various unorthodox samples. The authors report on a triple-murder investigation where DNA testing of dog feces at the crime scene matched DNA testing of feces found on the shoe of a suspect resulting in successful prosecution of the case.

An unusual digestive infection due to Francisella tularensis : a case report

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. Zeggay ◽  
R. Anxionnat ◽  
C. Chirouze ◽  
P. Plésiat ◽  
K. Jeannot ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Francisella Tularensis

scholarly journals Tularemia as a Mosquito-Borne Disease

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 26
Author(s):  
Zakaria Abdellahoum ◽  
Max Maurin ◽  
Idir Bitam
Keyword(s):  
North America ◽  
Northern Hemisphere ◽  
Francisella Tularensis ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Warm Season ◽  
Epidemiological Data ◽  
Human Infection ◽  
Etiological Agent ◽  
Etiologic Agents

Francisella tularensis (Ft) is the etiological agent of tularemia, a disease known for over 100 years in the northern hemisphere. Ft includes four subspecies, of which two are the etiologic agents of tularemia: Ft subsp. tularensis (Ftt) and Ft subsp. holarctica (Fth), mainly distributed in North America and the whole northern hemisphere, respectively. Several routes of human infection with these bacteria exist, notably through bites of Ixodidae ticks. However, mosquitoes represent the main vectors of Fth in Scandinavia, where large tularemia outbreaks have occurred, usually during the warm season. The mechanisms making mosquitoes vectors of Fth are still unclear. This review covers the inventory of research work and epidemiological data linking tularemia to mosquitoes in Scandinavia and highlights the gaps in understanding mosquitoes and Ft interactions.

Septic Arthritis in an Infant Due to Clostridium ghoni and Hemophilus parainfluenzae

PEDIATRICS ◽  
1976 ◽  
Vol 57 (4) ◽  
pp. 573-574
Author(s):  
James W. Renne ◽  
Herbert B. Tanowitz ◽  
Jeffrey D. Chulay
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Septic Arthritis ◽  
Otitis Media ◽  
Human Infection ◽  
Joint Fluid ◽  
Benzathine Penicillin ◽  
White Girl ◽  
History Of

Clostridium ghoni and Hemophilus parainfluenzae are uncommon causes of human infection. Both of these agents were isolated from joint fluid in a child with septic arthritis. CASE REPORT An 8-month-old white girl was admitted with a three-day history of irritability, fever, and inability to lie on her right side. Ten days prior to admission bilateral otitis media was treated with 600,000 units of benzathine penicillin intramuscularly and sulfisoxazole suspension (1 gm daily until admission). Fever and irritability from otitis abated by the fifth day of therapy. On admission the infant appeared acutely ill and had a temperature of 39.7 C.

scholarly journals First Case Report of Human Infection With Ochrobactrum tritici Causing Bacteremia and Cholecystitis

2016 ◽  
Vol 36 (3) ◽  
pp. 278-280 ◽  
Author(s):  
Duck Jin Hong ◽  
Keon-Han Kim ◽  
Jung Ok Kim ◽  
Jun Sung Hong ◽  
Seok Hoon Jeong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Human Infection ◽  
First Case ◽  
Ochrobactrum Tritici

scholarly journals Environmental Pollution Around Dhaka EPZ and its Impact on Surface and Groundwater

1970 ◽  
Vol 46 (2) ◽  
pp. 153-162 ◽  
Author(s):  
MKA Khan ◽  
M Alam ◽  
MS Islam ◽  
MQ Hassan ◽  
MA Al-Mansur
Keyword(s):  
Waste Water ◽  
Water Samples ◽  
Industrial Effluent ◽  
Industrial Effluents ◽  
Industrial Sector ◽  
Background Concentration ◽  
Physical Parameters ◽  
Clay Layer ◽  
Surrounding Area ◽  
Surface And Groundwater

Industrial sector is gradually playing a more important role in Bangladesh economy and EPZs have provided a good platform of industrial establishment. Dhaka EPZ since its establishment has altered the fragile environment of the surrounding area. Huge amount of effluents discharged from Dhaka EPZ has been polluting the surface and groundwater. Surface water contamination by industrial effluents released from Dhaka Export Processing Zone (DEPZ) and the ramification to groundwater have been estimated. The study involves analyzing physicochemical properties along with major Anionic contaminants in waste water samples. Conversely their potential transmission into groundwater has been evaluated by analyzing HTW water samples from the surrounding area. Some important physical parameters were measured while collecting the sample in field condition. The suite of 6 major anions (F-, Cl-, NO2-, NO3-, SO4-2 and HCO3-) have been measured in ppm level of concentration by analyzing with chemically suppressed Ion Chromatograph while HCO3- content was determined by Titration method. Analysis reveals pH maximum 9.55, DO maximum 2.40 mg/L, TDS maximum 1280 mg/L, Bi-carbonate maximum 891 mg/L, Sulfate maximum 452 mg/L, Chloride maximum 179 mg/L, Nitrate maximum 44 mg/L and Fluoride not above detection limit. Higher concentration of Cl-, SO4-2, NO3- in waste water samples compared to the standard by DOE (Department of Environment) as well as background concentration from uncontaminated water can be correlated with industrial effluent discharge. On the other hand low level of concentration found in groundwater samples indicates that groundwater is still safe. This phenomenon is explained by the presence of impervious clay layer. Key words: Dhaka EPZ; Effluent; Madhupur Tract; Contaminants; DOE; Environment; Clay layer DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjsir.v46i2.8181 Bangladesh J. Sci. Ind. Res. 46(2), 153-162, 2011

Wound Management of a Pediatric Spina Bifida Patient Secondary to a Canine-Inflicted Fifth-Digit Amputation: A Case Report

2021 ◽  
Vol 111 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Brittany A. Lovett ◽  
Cristóbal S. Berry-Cabán ◽  
Deanna E. Duran ◽  
Sharon P. McKiernan
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
Case Report ◽  
Spina Bifida ◽  
Human Infection ◽  
Further Education ◽  
Wound Management ◽  
Treatment Facility ◽  
Medical Treatment Facility ◽  
The Family ◽  
History Of

We present a case of a pediatric patient with a history of spina bifida who presented to the emergency department of a large Army medical treatment facility with a partially amputated right fifth digit she sustained while sleeping with the family canine. There are several reports in the popular press that suggest that an animal, particularly a dog, can detect human infection, and it is hypothesized that the toe chewing was triggered by a wound infection. This case provides an opportunity to provide further education in caring for foot wounds in patients with spina bifida.

COMBINED COGNITIVE-BEHAVIOURAL AND PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENT OF DIZZINESS: A CASE REPORT

1998 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 365-369 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gerhard Andersson ◽  
Lucy Yardley
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Head Movement ◽  
Provocation Test ◽  
Questionnaire Data ◽  
Physiotherapy Treatment ◽  
Balance System ◽  
Cognitive Behavioural ◽  
Fear And Anxiety ◽  
Balance Problems ◽  
Positive Results

Dizziness is a distressing symptom that is often associated with fear and anxiety, as well as organic balance system dysfunction. We report here on the successful treatment of a 68-year-old woman with dizziness and balance problems. Treatment was given within a cognitive behavioural framework, but also included physiotherapy in the form of head movement exercises. Results were evaluated by a balance platform test, a behavioural provocation test and questionnaire data. Positive results were found in each of these three assessment domains.

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