Abstract

Tetanus toxin, produced by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, is one of the most potent neurotoxins known to science. This anaerobic, spore-forming bacterium thrives in environments devoid of oxygen, such as soil, dust, and the intestinal tracts of animals. When introduced into a wound, C. tetani can produce the tetanus toxin, leading to the often fatal condition known as tetanus. This article delves into the biology, mechanism of action, clinical manifestations, treatment, and prevention of tetanus toxin.