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Which organism is responsible for melioidosis?
Burkholderia pseudomallei - a Gram negative, rod shaped aerobic organism.
Which are the most common sites of infection with melioidosis?
The liver, spleen and lungs, although most organ systems may be involved.
Multiple lesions in both the liver and spleen, those in the liver having multiple septae and a honeycomb appearance, in keeping with multifocal abscesses.