Rao S S, Mariathas A, Teare L
Princess Royal University Hospital, Orpington, Kent, UK.
Emerg Med J. 2008 Sep;25(9):607-8. doi: 10.1136/emj.2007.052233.
Streptococcus suis is a common pathogen in swine and infection in humans is rarely reported. When it does occur, it is considered an occupational risk associated with the handling of carcasses. Meningitis is one of the most life-threatening manifestations of S suis infection. This case of meningitis in a butcher is reported to create awareness of this zoonotic disease. The report highlights the importance of an occupational history and a meticulous general physical examination looking for cuts and abrasions in patients with suspicion of meningitis.
猪链球菌是猪的常见病原体，人类感染猪链球菌的情况鲜有报道。一旦发生感染，通常被认为是与处理动物尸体相关的职业风险。脑膜炎是猪链球菌感染最危及生命的表现之一。本文报告了一例屠夫患脑膜炎的病例，以提高对这种人畜共患病的认识。该报告强调了职业病史的重要性，以及对疑似脑膜炎患者进行细致的全身体格检查以寻找伤口和擦伤的重要性。
