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The pathway by which infectious organisms gain access to the body (e.g., respiratory tract, breaks in skin).
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| portal of entry |
An opening allowing the microorganism to enter the host. Portals include body orifices, mucus membranes, or breaks in the skin. Portals also result from tubes placed in body cavities, such as urinary catheters, or from punctures produced by invasive procedures such as intravenous fluid replacement.
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