Causes of Infection after Earthquake, China, 2008

Wang, Yue; Hao, Peng; Lu, Bo; Yu, Hua; Huang, Wenfang; Hou, Hongliang; Dai, Kerong

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Causes of Infection after Earthquake, China, 2008

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Jun 2010

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Emerg Infect Dis. 16(6):974-975.

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Wang, Yue ; Hao, Peng ; Lu, Bo ; Yu, Hua ; Huang, Wenfang ; ... More ▼

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To determine which organisms most commonly cause infection after natural disasters, we cultured specimens from injured earthquake survivors in Wenchuan, China, 2008. Of 123 cultures, 46 (59%) grew only 1 type of pathogenic bacteria. Smear was more effective than culture for early diagnosis of gas gangrene. Early diagnosis and treatment of wounds are crucial.

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