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Definition of Clostridium perfringens

Clostridium perfringens: A type of bacteria that is the most common agent of gas gangrene and can also cause food poisoning as well as a fulminant form of bowel disease called necrotizing colitis.

Clostridium perfringens is the same as Clostridium welchii.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=6540
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2000

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