Disseminated Streptococcus bovis infection after consumption of manatee meat: A case report and review of the literature

Abstract

Highlights Disseminated S. bovis group infections are unusual in adults. S. bovis infections are usually related to colorectal neoplasia o biliary tract disease. S. bovis group zoonotic transmission could be biologically plausible, as infection in marine animals has been documented. No cases of S. bovis group have been published in relation to manatee ingestion. Wild animal consumption increases the risk of serious infections that could represent a hazard for public health.