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Fusobacterium Necrophorum

Fusobacterium necrophorum is a Gram-negative, anaerobic bacteria that can be found in the environment and in humans. It is known to be a major cause of septic infection in humans, and is particularly dangerous in immunocompromised individuals. It can cause a range of illnesses, such as pharyngitis, sepsis, meningiti…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 2 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 29× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2574-4526 🗓 Reviewed July 2026

Overview

Fusobacterium necrophorum is a Gram-negative, anaerobic bacteria that can be found in the environment and in humans. It is known to be a major cause of septic infection in humans, and is particularly dangerous in immunocompromised individuals. It can cause a range of illnesses, such as pharyngitis, sepsis, meningitis, and abscesses. Fusobacterium necrophorum has also been linked to Lemierre's Syndrome, a rare but serious condition which affects the liver and lungs. It is an important component of oral health and can be found in the mouths of healthy individuals. It also plays a role in dental caries and periodontal diseases. In addition, it may be involved in some chronic ear infections. Treatment for Fusobacterium necrophorum infections typically involves antibiotics, but the exact treatment varies depending on the individual case. This bacteria has become increasingly studied in recent years, making it a fascinating and important topic in the medical world.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 2 articles above have been cited 29 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Digestive Disorders And Diagnosis (ISSN 2574-4526).

Journal editorial board
Jonas P. DeMuro · United States Divey Manocha · United States Beata Kasztelan-Szczerbinska · Poland

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