Cardiobacteriaceae

Cardiobacteriaceae (pronunciation: car-dio-bac-teri-aceae) is a family of Gram-negative bacteria that are part of the Neisseriales order. The etymology of the term is derived from the Greek words kardia, meaning heart, and bakterion, meaning small rod, referring to the rod-like shape of the bacteria and its association with heart diseases.

Genera

The Cardiobacteriaceae family includes two genera:

Cardiobacterium

The genus Cardiobacterium is composed of Gram-negative bacteria that are rod-shaped and often found in the mouth and upper respiratory tract of humans. They are associated with endocarditis, an inflammation of the inner layer of the heart.

Dichelobacter

Dichelobacter is a genus of Gram-negative bacteria that includes species such as Dichelobacter nodosus, which is known to cause foot rot in sheep.

Clinical Significance

Members of the Cardiobacteriaceae family are often associated with endocarditis, especially in individuals with pre-existing heart conditions. They are also implicated in other infections, including periodontitis, a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue and destroys the bone that supports your teeth.

Treatment

Treatment for infections caused by Cardiobacteriaceae typically involves antibiotics. The choice of antibiotic depends on the specific bacteria involved and the site of infection.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Cardiobacteriaceae
Wikipedia's article - Cardiobacteriaceae

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