Campylobacter jejuni Flashcards
1
Q
What type of pathogen is Campylobacter jejuni?
A
Gram negative spirillum
2
Q
Where does Campylobacter jejuni reside?
A
Intestines of wild birds and some mammals (farm animals)
3
Q
What is the most common disease/infection of Campylobacter jejuni?
A
Campylobacteriosis = gastroenteritis
4
Q
What is the portal of entry of Campylobacter jejuni?
A
Contaminated food/water
When you ingest food/water
5
Q
What is the pathogenesis of Campylobacter jejuni?
A
Adhesin: triggers invasion of cells
More frequently in the summer months than winter
6
Q
Can Campylobacter jejuni be treated with antibiotics?
A
No
Increase fluid intake
7
Q
Is Campylobacter jejuni a bad pathogen?
A
Most commonly reported bacterial caused foodborne infection
Estimated to affect over 1.3 million persons every year.
