A case of post-partum toxic shock syndrome presenting in an African patient.
A classic case of post-partum toxic shock syndrome with a possible mother-infant pair involvement is presented. Its low incidence in Africa as well as a probable source of infection is discussed.
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Harare Central Hospital, Zimbabwe.
D000328:Adult; D000349:Africa; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D049590:Postpartum Period; D011247:Pregnancy; D012772:Shock, Septic / Q000382:microbiology*; D013211:Staphylococcus aureus / Q000302:isolation & purification; D013577:Syndrome; D013630:Tampons, Surgical