Infectious Disease Compendium

Malacobacter (Arcobacter) mytili

Microbiology

Gram-negative rod, slightly curved.

Epidemiologic Risks

Exposure to shellfish and the ocean. Mussels, brackish water, and Maryland Crabs as examples (PubMed).

Syndromes

Gastrointestinal and rare bloodstream infections.

Treatment

The few cases are pan-susceptible.

Notes

Last Update: 08/03/19.