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Genetic Diversity of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N8/H5N5) Viruses in Italy, 2016-17.
Emerging infectious diseases - 1 Sept 2017
Fusaro Alice, Monne Isabella, Mulatti Paolo, Zecchin Bianca, Bonfanti Lebana, Ormelli Silvia, Milani Adelaide, Cecchettin Krizia, Lemey Philippe, Moreno Ana, Massi Paola, Dorotea Tiziano, Marangon Stefano, Terregino Calogero
Abstract excerpt
In winter 2016-17, highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N8) and A(H5N5) viruses of clade 2.3.4.4 were identified in wild and domestic birds in Italy. We report the occurrence of multiple introductions and describe the identification in Europe of 2 novel genotypes, generated through multiple reassortment events.
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