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Insights into fungal pathogenesis from the iatrogenic epidemic of Exserohilum rostratum fungal meningitis.

Authors :
Andes, David
Casadevall, Arturo
Source :
Fungal Genetics & Biology. Dec2013, Vol. 61, p143-145. 3p.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

Highlights: [•] An outbreak of E. rostratum meningitis was caused by injections of contaminated drug. [•] Rapid response by public health authorities prevented a much larger tragedy. [•] Outbreak highlights the potential threats to human and animal health from the fungal kingdom. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10871845
Volume :
61
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Fungal Genetics & Biology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
92037080
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fgb.2013.08.014