ICD-11 definition : A disease affecting neonates, caused by an infection with the gram-positive bacteria
Clostridium tetani. This disease is characterized by systemic muscle spasms that arise
within the first few days after delivery. Transmission is commonly by direct contact
or lack of maternal immunity.;
A disease affecting neonates, caused by an infection with the gram-positive bacteria
Clostridium tetani. This disease is characterized by systemic muscle spasms that arise
within the first few days after delivery. Transmission is commonly by direct contact
or lack of maternal immunity.