Acute brucellosis in Johannesburg
Mauff, A.C.
South African Medical Journal 58(12): 477-479
1980
ISSN/ISBN: 0256-9574 PMID: 7423276 Document Number: 158163
Seven cases of acute brucellosis seen in Johannesburg during a 9-month period are discussed. Five of these patients probably contracted their infection at the by-products plant of the new abattoir. A survey of culture isolates and serological studies shows a low incidence of acute brucellosis in Johannesburg. The persistently positive serological tests 18 - 24 months after successful therapy emphasize that caution is necessary when interpreting the significance of positive findings. Successful therapy with tetracyline is largely dependent on dosage and length of treatment.