Severe hemolytic and emphysematous liver abscess in patient with sepsis due to Edwardsiella tarda
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Edwardsiella tarda is a Gram-negative facultative anaerobe commonly isolated from fish and reptiles. This bacterium infrequently causes disease in humans, but the mortality rate is very high when associated with sepsis. CASE PRESENTATION: This case report describes an 80-year-old female patient with Edwardsiella tarda infection who rapidly deteriorated, ultimately succumbing to infection within 9 hours after presenting to the emergency department. This patient was diagnosed with sepsis, hemolytic, emphysematous liver abscess. CONCLUSIONS: This report underscores the potential fatality and rapid progression of Edwardsiella tarda infection, highlighting the importance of early recognition and intervention.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Infections and bacterial resistance
Sepsis Diagnosis and Treatment
Amoebic Infections and Treatments
Publication details
- Journal / source
- The Journal of Infection in Developing Countries
- Volume
- 20
- Issue
- 01
- Pages
- 134–137
- Publication date
- 31 January 2026
- Language
- EN