Question

Quizlet A 50-year-old female became infected with Clostridium bacteria and died a week later. Examination of her red blood cells revealed lysis of membranes. Which of the following was the most likely cause of her death?

Answer 1

Answer:

Clostridium tetani

Explanation:

Clostridium tetani causes tetanus, a disease that classically follows injury to the body. Clostridium tetani spores, which are commonly in soil and animal faeces are deposited in the wound and germinate in anaerobic condition. It releases toxins which are tetanospasmin and tetanolysin. Tetanospasmin is responsible for sustained contraction while tetanolysin is responsible for hemolysis of blood cells which is commonly associated with clostridium tetani.