Micro| Pasteurella Multocida

3.16 Pasteurella Multocida Microbiology review for the USMLE Step 1 exam Pasteurella multocida is a gram-negative coccobacillus that commonly causes infection following animal bites or scratches Classic presentation is a young male with swollen, red, and tender skin at the site of the bite or scratch Symptoms develop rapidly, usually within 3-48 hours after injury In rare cases, infection can progress to necrotizing fasciitis or bacteremia Diagnosis is made clinically using patient history and symptoms Treatment of choice is amoxicillin-clavulanate, and infections usually resolve with little complications when treated with antibiotic

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USMLE Step 1 audio lessons designed to be listened to over and over again. Episodes cover material from many different areas including the cardiovascular system, pulmonary system, microbiology, and more! Listen when at the gym, commuting, cooking, or whenever you are on the go. Episodes are written, recorded, and mixed by Sam Smith.