Botulism

Paul G. Auwaerter, M.D.
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PATHOGENS

  • Clostridia that produces human pathogenic neurotoxins types A, B, E, F and G.
    • Known botulinum toxin-producing strains include:
      • C. botulinum
      • C. butyricum
      • C. baratii
    • Also, see Clostridium botulinum

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PATHOGENS

  • Clostridia that produces human pathogenic neurotoxins types A, B, E, F and G.
    • Known botulinum toxin-producing strains include:
      • C. botulinum
      • C. butyricum
      • C. baratii
    • Also, see Clostridium botulinum

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