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Peptostreptococcus

Medical Definition: A genus of gram-positive, anaerobic, coccoid bacteria that is part of the normal flora of humans. Its organisms are opportunistic pathogens causing bacteremias and soft tissue infections.
Guide Notes: opportunistic; infection: coord IM with GRAM-POSITIVE BACTERIAL INFECTIONS (IM)
Also Called: Gaffkya anaerobia

Peptostreptococcus Medical Definitions and Terms

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