Case of Legionella pneumophila Serogroup 1 Infection Linked to Water Flosser, France

Emerging infectious diseases 2026 Open access

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Authors: Céline Slekovec, Adrien Biguenet, Audrey Jeanvoine, Didier Hocquet, Xavier Bertrand
DOI: 10.3201/eid3202.251386
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Abstract

Legionnaires' disease is a severe respiratory infection that causes increased mortality in hospitalized and immunocompromised patients. We report a nosocomial case in France linked to a water flosser. Our findings underscore the need for vigilance regarding such devices and highlight strategies for their safe management within healthcare settings.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Legionella and Acanthamoeba research Infection Control in Healthcare Nosocomial Infections in ICU

Publication details

Journal / source
Emerging infectious diseases
Volume
32
Issue
2
Pages
274–276
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN