tetanus

{
  "id": "MLC-T-AGR-006310",
  "term": "tetanus",
  "field": "Agriculture and food",
  "definition": "A disease caused by tetanospasmin, a powerful protein toxin produced by Clostridium tetani. Tetanus usually occurs after an acute injury, such as a puncture wound or laceration. Generalized tetanus, the most common form, is characterized by tetanic muscular contractions and hyperreflexia. Localized tetanus presents itself as a mild condition with manifestations restricted to muscles near the wound. It may progress to the generalized form.",
  "subject": "Animals, Livestock, One Health",
  "see_also": [
    "bacterial infections",
    "Clostridium tetani"
  ],
  "references": [
    "Medical Subject Headings",
    "NAL Agricultural Thesaurus and Glossary"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "es": "tétanos"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/agriculture/tetanus/"
}