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This report describes the first case of deep neck infection resulting from Lactococcus lactis subsp. cremoris. The case is associated with the consumption of unpasteurized milk and occurred in a patient with a buccal mucosa tumor. Anti-infective therapy with ceftriaxone and metronidazole resulted in complete resolution.
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We thank Prof. Dr. Yücel Tanyeri for his critical review of this report.
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Koyuncu, M., Acuner, İ.Ç. & Uyar, M. Deep neck infection due to Lactococcus lactis cremoris: a case report. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 262, 719–721 (2005). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00405-004-0889-7
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