Community Acquired Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus

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Community Acquired Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus
Hammes JS 7(3). 33
Publication Type: Journal Article

Abstract:
Community acquired Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (ca-MRSA) is an important cause of illness among active duty forces in general and among Special Operations personnel in particular. It is increasingly common and has the potential to continue to spread to affect a large proportion of the population. This pathogen may cause degradation in operational readiness, time lost from training, and potentially disabling damage to soft tissues and joints. This article has several purposes. It will describe background and significance of ca-MRSA related disease, describe the clinical manifestations of ca-MRSA disease, explain how the bacterium causes illness, and explain the measures needed to treat and prevent the spread of ca-MRSA infections.

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