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Treatment of tetanus : A case report

Tetanus is a disorder of neurotransmission associated with infection by Clostridium tetani, and is characterized by convulsive spasm. The organisms produce the exotoxin tetanospasmin which involves the neuromuscular organs. Most of tetanus are caused by wounds, but in some of cases, portal of entry may not be obvious. History and clinical findings suggest the diagnosis. The most therapeutic maneuver is to insure airway patency, other therapeutic principles include antimicrobial drugs, active and passive immunization and supportive care. A 51-year-old woman with moth opening limitation and dysphagia visited our hospital. We had diagnosed her as tetanus and treated successfully.