Microbiology Fundamentals: A Clinical Approach
Microbiology Fundamentals: A Clinical Approach
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Author: Cowan
Publisher: MCG
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Clostridium botulinum forms endospores with the release of toxins inside the infected cells. Toxin named tetanospasmin is released, which causes paralysis and uncontrolled muscle contraction. This condition is called as flaccid paralysis. The release of acetylcholine from nerve endings is blocked leading to paralysis. Endospores germinate under unfavorable conditions leading to the spoilage of food.

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