Apart from the well-known vibrio infections caused by the consumption of raw seafood, the Vibrio vulnificus species of Vibrio bacteria can lead to infections by contact of an open wound with raw seafood. 

Vibrio vulnificus results in fever, discharge, discoloration, pain, and swelling which can also lead to necrotizing fasciitis, with some cases even needing limb amputation. 

20% of the cases can also lead to death within a few days of infection. 

Immunocompromised individuals and those with liver diseases are more prone to severe infections. This deadly infection can be prevented by avoiding seas while having an open wound and post-exposure washing the exposed wound with soap and water