An Unvaccinated Tetanus Case Discharged without Sequelae

• Hoofdauteurs: Serhat Emeksiz (Auteur), Oktay Perk (Auteur), Aslınur Özkaya Parlakay (Auteur)
• Formaat: Boek
• Gepubliceerd in: Galenos Yayinevi, 2020-12-01T00:00:00Z.
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Tetanus is an acute-onset disease that results from exposure to the exotoxins produced by Clostridium tetani. It is characterized by tonic muscle spasms and has high morbidity and mortality. Respiratory failure is the most severe problem related to generalized tetanus. Mechanical ventilation is almo...