Botulism
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This page is about clinical aspects of the disease. For microbiologic aspects of the causative organism(s), see Clostridium botulinum.
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For patient information on infant botulism, click here
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Michael Maddaleni, B.S.
Overview
Historical Perspective
Classification
Pathophysiology
Causes
Differentiating Botulism from other Diseases
Epidemiology and Demographics
Risk Factors
Screening
Natural History, Complications and Prognosis
Diagnosis
History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | CT | MRI | Other Diagnostic Studies
Treatment
Medical Therapy | Surgery | Primary Prevention | Secondary Prevention | Cost-Effectiveness of Therapy | Future or Investigational Therapies