It is seen frequently in infants and young children who can present with severe, often life-threatening symptoms. [pediatrics.aappublications.org]

However, genomic sequencing has uncovered a host of other adhesins present in these organisms, the functions of which are only starting to be investigated. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

(See Pathophysiology, Etiology, Clinical Presentation, and Workup.) [7, 8] Classification Y enterocolitica is classified according to various distinct biochemical and serologic reactions. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Carter, Reactive Arthritis: Defined Etiologies, Emerging Pathophysiology, and Unresolved Treatment, Infectious Disease Clinics of North America, 20, 4, (827), (2006). [doi.org]

Although the prognosis is not good in such cases, with high mortality rates, our patient recovered from the disease with appropriate treatment. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Faeces, biopsy specimens (by sigmoidoscopy), and serum were taken at the start, at regular intervals, and after treatment. [ard.bmj.com]

Some forms present with liver and spleen abscesses and have worse prognosis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Prognosis Yersiniosis is usually either self-limited or is responsive to therapy; however, reinfection is possible. Most patients with Y enterocolitica infection are symptomatic; however, asymptomatic carriage may occur. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Every year, thousands of cases of the plague are still reported to the World Health Organization, although with proper treatment, the prognosis for victims is now much better. [en.wikipedia.org]

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(See Pathophysiology, Etiology, Clinical Presentation, and Workup.) [7, 8] Classification Y enterocolitica is classified according to various distinct biochemical and serologic reactions. [emedicine.medscape.com]

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Epidemiology of Yersinia Yersinia enterocolitica is transmitted via the fecal-oral route and is most often transmitted by eating or drinking food or water that has been contaminated by contact with infected animals or people. [ehagroup.com]

Epidemiology Occurrence in the United States Yersiniosis is rare in the absence of a breakdown in food-processing techniques. [emedicine.medscape.com]

– Pathophysiology of Yersinia infections; Host’s mechanisms of innate and adaptive immunity; Genetic bases of host susceptibility to plague; Resistance of pathogenic Yersinia to antibiotics; Evolution of pathogenic Yersinia. [research.pasteur.fr]

Pathophysiology As with other members of the genus Yersinia, Y enterocolitica is an invasive organism that appears to cause disease by tissue destruction. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Carter, Reactive Arthritis: Defined Etiologies, Emerging Pathophysiology, and Unresolved Treatment, Infectious Disease Clinics of North America, 20, 4, (827), (2006). [doi.org]

Pathophysiology One usually acquires Yersinia pseudotuberculosis from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract after consumption of contaminated food. A large inoculum is usually required to produce disease. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

YopK has been shown to control Yop translocation and prevent inflammasome recognition of the T3SS by the innate immune system. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

As with all cases of diarrhea, fluids are given to prevent or treat dehydration. [healthychildren.org]

Prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen by: using separate cutting boards for meat and other foods carefully cleaning all cutting boards, counter-tops and utensils with soap and hot water after preparing raw meat. [health.govt.nz]

Prevent cross-contamination in the kitchen: Use separate cutting boards for meat and other foods. Carefully clean all cutting boards, counter-tops, and utensils with soap and hot water after preparing raw meat. [medicinenet.com]

Encourage public awareness of outbreaks, modes of transmission, and ways to prevent transmission. [emedicine.medscape.com]