[Salmonella's transmission from turtle to XXXX : public health nursing experience about a new case].

@entity1 @entity5746 @entity6766
@entity5746 is usually related to @entity6766 however other possible causes such as reptile exposure are often unrecognised. The aim of this study is to describe a case of @entity5746 related to pet exposure. After a @entity5746 in an eleven month old baby was reported to our public health agency, an epidemiological investigation took place. Despite all family members had had clinical symptoms suggesting @entity5746 none of the microbiological analysis was positive. At the @entity1 's home they had an exotic pet: a turtle. We found out that Salmonella was present in a sample of water of its aquarium. Both profiles of S. parathyphi B (from the @entity1 and from the aquaria samples) were identical. Exotic pets are not often recognized as @entity5746 carriers and vehicles in Europe. As described in this study, an inaccurate hygiene after touching turtles or its habitat can lead to spread @entity5746 in @entity1 . When investigating @entity5746 exposure to exotic pets has to be addressed. @entity1 that have or wish to have a turtle or any other reptile should be informed about its risks. Nursing role is most important in the surveillance and study of such cases.
