인문학
사회과학
자연과학
공학
의약학
농수해양학
예술체육학
복합학
지원사업
학술연구/단체지원/교육 등 연구자 활동을 지속하도록 DBpia가 지원하고 있어요.
커뮤니티
연구자들이 자신의 연구와 전문성을 널리 알리고, 새로운 협력의 기회를 만들 수 있는 네트워킹 공간이에요.
초록·키워드
Abstract Introduction Tetanus is a neuromuscular illness caused by Clostridium tetani, which is an anaerobic spore-forming bacteria, found in soil and faeces. Even though C. tetani is present everywhere, mostly found in poor and crowded areas. Primary vaccination campaigns have led to a decline in the prevalence of tetanus in developed nations. If tetanus is identified and treated early, the prognosis is favourable. It is important to raise awareness of this potentially fatal and debilitating illness. Method We present a case of a 50-year-old male diagnosed with generalised tetanus purely on clinical grounds and successfully managed with prolonged diazepam infusion with maintenance of safety and ventilatory support, cost-effective ICU care and reducing the cost of treatment in the absence of immunoglobulin. Results The patient showed gradual improvement with diazepam infusion and ICU care and was discharged with complete resolution of tetanic spasms by the time of discharge. Conclusion Timely diagnosis, strong clinical suspicion, and quality ICU care can ensure recovery in this rare but potentially fatal disease.
인공지능 문자 인식 모델을 통해 추출된 텍스트로, 일부 오타나 오류가 포함될 수 있으나 지속적으로 개선 중입니다.
오류를 발견하셨다면 해당 부분을 드래그한 후 ' 를 통해 신고해주세요.
오류를 발견하셨다면 해당 부분을 드래그한 후 ' 를 통해 신고해주세요.