The first fatal case of capnocytophaga canimorsus sepsis caused by a cat scratch
McLean, C.R.; Hargrove, R.; Behn, E.
Journal of the Royal Naval Medical Service 90(1): 13-15
2004
ISSN/ISBN: 0035-9033 PMID: 15457651 Document Number: 567436
A case is presented of fatal capnocytophaga canimorsus sepsis caused by a neglected cat scratch. Although fatalities are known to occur as a result of sepsis caused by this organism, death following cat scratch transmission has not previously been reported. The case is important as it demonstrates how a seemingly innocuous injury can have devastating consequences that may have been prevented by simple first aid measures.