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Chlamydophila psittaci transmission from pet birds to humans.
Emerging infectious diseases - 1 Jul 2007
Vanrompay Daisy, Harkinezhad Taher, van de Walle Marijke, Beeckman Delphine, van Droogenbroeck Caroline, Verminnen Kristel, Leten Ruud, Martel An, Cauwerts Katty
Abstract excerpt
We studied zoonotic transmission of Chlamydophila psittaci in 39 breeding facilities for Psittaciformes (cockatoos, parrots, parakeets, lories) that frequently used antimicrobial drugs. Genotypes A or E/B were detected in 14.9% of humans at these facilities. Information on antimicrobial drug use in Psittaciformes and a C. psittaci vaccine are urgently required.
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