Unusual bacterial infections and colorectal carcinoma--Streptococcus bovis and Clostridium septicum: report of three cases.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Several types of unusual bacterial infections have been reported in association with colorectal malignancy. In the three cases described, uncommon infections resulted in further workup and subsequent resection for occult colonic malignancy. Awareness of this association is critical for early diagnosis and management.
Medical subject headings
- Adenocarcinoma
- Clostridium
- Clostridium Infections
- Colorectal Neoplasms
- Streptococcal Infections
- Streptococcus bovis