Isolation and characterization of a novel Francisella sp. from human cerebrospinal fluid and blood.

ABSTRACT: We describe the isolation of a Francisella sp. from normally sterile sites in acutely ill patients in two different states within 2 years. Microbiologic and molecular analyses indicate that this organism represents a novel Francisella sp. Clinicians and microbiologists should be aware of this new potential pathogen, as infection may be more common than recognized.

SUBMITTER: Kugeler KJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC2446908 | biostudies-literature | 2008 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature