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Streptobacillary rat-bite fever (RBF) is a systemic zoonosis caused by the aerobic gram-negative bacterium Streptobacillus moniliformis and is transmitted to humans through the bites and scratches of infected rats.
Estimated prevalence: Unknown (Unknown prevalence).
No clinical trials have been registered for streptobacillary rat-bite fever.
4 publications have been identified in PubMed for streptobacillary rat-bite fever. Kisho has analyzed 3 by research type. Research spans Review / Meta-Analysis (33%), Case Report / Case Series (33%), and Epidemiology / Natural History (33%).
Bergeson AJ (2026). [PMID: 41550370](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41550370/). *J Hand Surg Glob Online*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Milton AAP (2025). [PMID: 40182807](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40182807/). *Vet World*. [Epidemiology / Natural History]
Fatahi-Bafghi M (2024). [PMID: 39628725](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39628725/). *AIMS Microbiol*. [Review / Meta-Analysis]
Data assembled from 3 of 12 sources · Last updated Sep 21, 2026, 11:08 AM UTC
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AI-curated news mentioning streptobacillary rat-bite fever
Updated Sep 12, 2026
A recent case study highlights a fatal instance of rat-bite fever, raising concerns about the complexities of mechanical circulatory support in such infections. This case underscores the need for further research into the management of rare infectious diseases.