Infectious Diseases in Obstetrics and Gynecology (Jan 2002)
Haemophilus influenzae Septic Abortion
Abstract
Background: Haemophilus influenzae septic abortion is typically caused by nontypeable strains of the organism. Furthermore, nontypeable species with a special affinity for the genital tract are the most frequent isolates encountered, and an ascending vaginal or cervical infection is often the suspected route of transmission.