Microbiology with Diseases by Body System (4th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 032191855X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-855-0

Chapter 21 - Microbial Cardiovascular and Systemic Diseases - Questions For Review - Multiple Choice - Page 672: 8

Answer

C

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Septicemia results because of direct inoculation of bacteria into the blood. For example, it can occur when drug users use non-sterile needles or during medical procedures. It can also occur because of urinary tract infections, infected teeth, and surgical wounds.
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