Brucellosis in pregnancy: a case report.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Brucella spp., a gram-negative bacterium, is one of the most prevalent zoonotic illnesses worldwide and is more commonly seen in animals; however, the disease may be present in humans. Clinical manifestations of brucellosis are variable and can range from asymptomatic to severe disease. In women who are pregnant, potential obstetrics complications are possible. The purpose of this report is to present a case of brucellosis in a pregnant patient and discuss the potential complications and treatment recommendations.

Case description

We present a case of a 17-year-old gravida 2, parity 1 (G2P1) at 35 weeks and 2 days (35w2d) with brucellosis after she assisted in the delivery of puppies. All puppies were stillborn and the dog was confirmed positive for B. c

SUBMITTER: Dunn AM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11760922 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature