Concept information
Término preferido
toxic shock syndrome
Definición
- Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare but potentially fatal disease caused by toxins produced by two types of bacteria. It is most commonly associated with tampon use but has also been linked to the use of contraceptive diaphragms, wound infections, complications following surgery, and infection resulting from childbirth or abortion. [Source: Encyclopedia of Epidemiology; Toxic Shock Syndrome]
Concepto genérico
Pertenece al grupo
URI
http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/N9J-BLGZM73F-J
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