bacteriemia

noun

Meaning

The presence of viable bacteria circulating within the bloodstream.

Examples

Untreated dental infections can sometimes lead to transient bacteriemia.
The patient was monitored closely for signs of sepsis resulting from persistent bacteriemia.

Synonyms: blood infection, sepsis, septicemia

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bacteriemia

noun

Pronunciation: ˌbæk.tɪə.riˈiː.mi.ə

Definition

The presence of viable bacteria circulating within the bloodstream.

Examples

Untreated dental infections can sometimes lead to transient bacteriemia.
The patient was monitored closely for signs of sepsis resulting from persistent bacteriemia.
Antibiotic therapy is essential to clear bacteriemia before it causes systemic organ damage.

Synonyms of bacteriemia

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