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An epidemic Burkholderia cepacia complex strain identified in soil.
Lancet (London, England) - 8 Jun 2002
LiPuma John J, Spilker Theodore, Coenye Tom, Gonzalez Carlos F
Abstract excerpt
Life threatening infection with species of the Burkholderia cepacia complex frequently occurs as a result of cross infection among individuals with cystic fibrosis. Stringent infection control measures have decreased but not eliminated such infection in this vulnerable population, implying that non-patient reservoirs contribute to ongoing acquisition. However, strains common to both the natural environment and...
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