Severe Human Psittacosis Requiring Artificial Ventilation: Case Report and Review

Verweij, Paul E.; Meis, Jacques F.; Eijk, R. J. R.; Melchers, Willem J. G.; Galama, J.M.D.

doi:10.1093/clinids/20.2.440

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“…The radiographic findings usually show infiltrates in the lungs and breathing difficulties may develop (Gherman et al, 1995;Heddema et al, 2003;Kovacova et al, 2007;Soni et al, 1999;Verweij et al, 1995). In the first case, the family physician started an ineffective empiric therapy with amoxicillin; in the second case, no antibiotics were prescribed.…”

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“…Psittacosis causing severe respiratory failure requiring mechanical ventilation is uncommon and fatal cases are rare (Kovacova et al, 2007;Soni et al, 1999;Verweij et al, 1995). However, in both cases, mechanical ventilation Fatal psittacosis became necessary after progressive dyspnoea and hypoxia developed and, despite intensive care treatment, the patients died.…”

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Two fatal cases of psittacosis caused by Chlamydophila psittaci

Petrovay

Balla

2008

Journal of Medical Microbiology

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Two fatal cases of psittacosis caused by Chlamydophila psittaci

Petrovay

Balla

2008

Journal of Medical Microbiology

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“…Acute psittacosis cases, some with fatal outcomes, have been described in the literature (Verweij et al, 1995;Petrovay & Balla, 2008;Fraeyman et al, 2010;Raso et al, 2014). However, these cases are most likely the tip of the iceberg.…”

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Psittacosis associated with pet bird ownership: a concern for public health

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Introduction: Psittacosis is a zoonotic infectious disease caused by Chlamydia psittaci and most cases involve avian contact history. In humans, psittacosis induces symptoms ranging from mild ‘flu-like’ symptoms to serious atypical pneumonia. Unless specifically thought of, the diagnosis of psittacosis can be missed and the disease is usually treated as atypical pneumonia. Here, we detail cases of psittacosis related to pet birds. Case presentation: A 16-year-old male was admitted with fever and persistent cough. The patient reported previous treatment with broad-spectrum antibiotics that led to limited improvement of his condition, and owning pet birds; thus, psittacosis was suspected. Serum samples from the patient were obtained and tested using a microimmunofluorescence assay, revealing an IgG titre of 64. An epidemiological investigation was conducted in five family members related to the patient; two possessed anti-C. psittaci antibodies (IgG titre = 64 and IgM titre = 20; IgG titre = 128 and IgA titre = 20). Additionally, C. psittaci DNA was detected by PCR carried out on the family's pet birds. Conclusion: Psittacosis probably occurs more often than reported. Individuals with milder cases may not seek medical attention, and physicians may not inquire about bird exposure. There is a need for awareness campaigns directed at health workers and birds owners.

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“…O agente causal da psitacose é a Chlamydia psittaci, germe gram-negativo, hospedeiro intracelular obrigató-rio (6)(7)(8)(9) . A transmissão para humanos dá-se através do con- tato com pássaros, o qual é relatado em até 85% dos casos.…”

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Pneumonia grave por "Chlamydia psittaci"

Moschioni¹,

Faria²,

Reis³

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J. Pneumologia

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A psitacose, também conhecida como ornitose, é causada pela Chlamydia psittaci; caracteriza-se por doença de início insidioso, sintomas brandos e inespecíficos, lembrando infecção de vias aéreas superiores. Acomete principalmente o pulmão, sendo raramente doença sistêmica e fatal. Descreve-se um caso raro de pneumonia por Chlamydia psittaci que evoluiu para insuficiência respiratória aguda, necessitando de ventilação mecânica. Destaca-se a importância em considerar o diagnóstico, especialmente em casos de pneumonia comunitária que evolui de modo insatisfatório, que não responde à terapia antimicrobiana e cuja epidemiologia é positiva para exposição às aves. O diagnóstico precoce é fundamental devido à excelente resposta terapêutica. O diagnóstico tardio pode levar a curso grave e fatal da doença. (J Pneumol 2001;27(4):219-222) Severe pneumonia due to Chlamydia psittaci Psittacosis, also known as ornithosis, is a disease caused by Chlamydia psittaci. The most common clinical presentation is insidious onset, mild symptoms resembling a nonspecific viral illness and preference for the lungs. It is rarely a systemic and fatal disease. It is described a rare case of pneumonia due to Chlamydia psittaci that progressively developed into respiratory failure, requiring mechanical ventilation. It is very important to consider psittacosis in cases of

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Severe Human Psittacosis Requiring Artificial Ventilation: Case Report and Review

Cited by 35 publications

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Two fatal cases of psittacosis caused by Chlamydophila psittaci

Two fatal cases of psittacosis caused by Chlamydophila psittaci

Psittacosis associated with pet bird ownership: a concern for public health

Pneumonia grave por "Chlamydia psittaci"

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