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What is “tetanus”? What organism causes it? How is it typically acquired? What is the virulence factor of most importance in this disease? How does this virulence factor cause the symptoms of tetanus? Discuss the disease state The specific organism including all aspects covered in class lecture. Discuss how the disease is treated and/or controlled.

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