Abstract
Parotid gland infection as a source of meticillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacteraemia has been rarely reported. It is predominantly a disease of the elderly and is associated with significant mortality. Two cases are described here that presented over a 6 month history at a district general hospital. Many cases may be preventable with adequate hydration and good oral hygiene, combined with effective infection control.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 463-465 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Journal of Medical Microbiology |
| Volume | 55 |
| Issue number | 4 |
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| Publication status | Published - Apr 2006 |