| C. jejuni | Campylobacter jejuni |
|---|---|
| C. p. | Campylobacter pyloridis |
| CLO | Campylobacter-Like Organisms |
| campylobacter infections | Infections with bacteria of the genus campylobacter. (12 Dec 1998) |
|---|---|
| campylobacter jejuni | A species of bacteria that resemble small tightly coiled spirals. Its organisms are known to cause abortion in sheep and fever and enteritis in man and may be associated with enteric diseases of calves, lambs, and other animals. (12 Dec 1998) |
| Campylobacter pylori | A bacterium that has been implicated in the development of duodenal and gastric ulcers. Many gastroenterologists now advocate treating with antibiotic regimens to eradicate this microorganism in the upper gastrointestinal tract of those who suffer from recurrent or intractable peptic ulcer disease. Combinations of bismuth, metronidazole and ampicillin (or tetracycline) have been used successfully. Others advocate the use of omeprazole in combination with amoxicillin (or clarithromycin). (27 Sep 1997) |
| Campylobacter sputorum | A species found in the genital tract of sheep and cattle and in the gingival crevice of man. (05 Mar 2000) |