Bordetella pertussis, an agent not to forget: a case report
2009
Case Report on Bordetella pertussis Infection in an 11-Year-Old
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Melo Natália, Dias Ana Catarina, Isidoro Lara, Duarte Raquel
Primary Institution: Centro de Diagnóstico Pneumológico de Vila Nova de Gaia, Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal
Conclusion
Active immunization and early diagnosis are crucial in the management of pertussis.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had symptoms of anorexia, weight loss, and persistent cough for 4 weeks.
- PCR analysis confirmed Bordetella pertussis infection.
- The patient's symptoms resolved after treatment with clarithromycin.
Takeaway
A boy with a bad cough was found to have whooping cough, and after treatment, he got better. It's important to catch this illness early.
Methodology
The case was diagnosed using PCR analysis of a gastric sample to detect Bordetella pertussis DNA.
Participant Demographics
11-year-old male patient.
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