What else do we know about C. sordellii infection?
C. sordellii infections have also occurred following childbirth (vaginal delivery and caesarean section) and pelvic and abdominal surgery. All such cases have been fatal. Additionally, infection is not restricted to women of reproductive age. Other known cases of C. sordellii have occurred in males and females of varying ages and under non-obstetric conditions, including umbilical infection, deep skin infection, tendon transplant surgery, orthopedic surgery, and following motor vehicle accidents.
