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Camel Streptococcus agalactiae populations are associated with specific disease complexes and acquired the tetracycline resistance gene tetM via a Tn916-like element.
Veterinary research - 1 Oct 2013
Fischer Anne, Liljander Anne, Kaspar Heike, Muriuki Cecilia, Fuxelius Hans-Henrik, Bongcam-Rudloff Erik, de Villiers Etienne P, Huber Charlotte A, Frey Joachim, Daubenberger Claudia, Bishop Richard, Younan Mario, Jores Joerg
Abstract excerpt
Camels are the most valuable livestock species in the Horn of Africa and play a pivotal role in the nutritional sustainability for millions of people. Their health status is therefore of utmost importance for the people living in this region. Streptococcus agalactiae, a Group B Streptococcus (GBS), is an important camel pathogen. Here we present the first epidemiological study based on genetic and phenotypic data...
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