Brock Biology of Microorganisms (15th Edition)
15th Edition
ISBN: 9780134261928
Author: Michael T. Madigan, Kelly S. Bender, Daniel H. Buckley, W. Matthew Sattley, David A. Stahl
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 31.9, Problem 1CR
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Tetanus also called “lockjaw” is a serious life-threatening condition observed in infected individuals. It is caused by the bacterium “Clostridium tetani” which is also responsible for causing gangrene and botulism. Although tetanus can be prevented with the help of immunization, still it leads to high mortality rate in certain countries like Africa and South-east Asia. The condition which leads to the depletion of body tissues is termed as gangrene.
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