A Campylobacter outbreak in a Barcelona school.
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INTRODUCTION Campylobacter outbreaks are less common and described than sporadic Campylobacteriosis. METHODS We describe the epidemiological investigation including stool examination and bacteriological typing of a Campylobacter outbreak affecting 75 primary school children. RESULTS The highest risk ratio was associated with the food served 4 days before the peak of cases, namely roast chicken and Russian salad. DISCUSSION Poor food preparation practices and deficient kitchen facilities appear to be key issues for cross-contamination of Campylobacter from raw chicken to cooked food.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- Enfermedades infecciosas y microbiologia clinica
دوره 30 5 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012