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  • Title: Capnocytophaga canimorsus infection in cats: ABCD guidelines on prevention and management.
    Author: Lloret A, Egberink H, Addie D, Belák S, Boucraut-Baralon C, Frymus T, Pennisi MG, Gruffydd-Jones T, Hartmann K, Hosie MJ, Lutz H, Marsilio F, Möstl K, Radford AD, Thiry E, Truyen U, Horzinek MC.
    Journal: J Feline Med Surg; 2013 Jul; 15(7):588-90. PubMed ID: 23813822.
    Abstract:
    OVERVIEW: Capnocytophaga canimorsus and Capnocytophaga cynodegmi are part of the normal bacterial flora of the oral cavity of dogs and cats. C canimorsus is more pathogenic and causes more severe infections in humans. INFECTION: Disease is less frequently seen after a cat bite, scratch or close contact than after dog contacts. Serious disease has been reported in people, especially associated with immunocompromise and alcoholism. Disease in cats is not well documented; two cases of respiratory infection have been associated with the presence of these bacteria. DIAGNOSIS: Diagnosis is based on culture in specific media, but these are slow growing bacteria; polymerase chain reaction and sequencing may aid in diagnosis and species identification. TREATMENT: Penicillin or beta-lactams are the treatment options of choice. ZOONOTIC POTENTIAL: Based on incidence surveys, the zoonotic potential is low. The risk may be higher for immunocompromised persons, where dog and cat ownership must be discussed.
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