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Genotypes of pathogenic Leptospira spp isolated from rodents in Argentina.
Memorias do Instituto Oswaldo Cruz - 1 Apr 2014
Loffler Sylvia Grune, Pavan Maria Elisa, Vanasco Bibiana, Samartino Luis, Suarez Olga, Auteri Carmelo, Romero Graciela, Brihuega Bibiana
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Leptospirosis is the most widespread zoonosis in the world and significant efforts have been made to determine and classify pathogenic Leptospira strains. This zoonosis is maintained in nature through chronic renal infections of carrier animals, with rodents and other small mammals serving as the most important reservoirs. Additionally, domestic animals, such as livestock and dogs, are significant sources of...
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