Melioidosis after brief exposure: A serologic survey in US marines

Abstract

Melioidosis is endemic to Southeast Asia. The incidence of infection in visitors is not well known, especially for short visits. Thirteen (38%) of 34 previously unexposed US Marines had positive serology after 2 weeks in Thailand, and one developed acute disseminated disease. Asymptomatic infection with Burkholderia pseudomallei may be common, even from brief exposures. Copyright © 2009 by The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene.