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Single nucleotide polymorphism-based multiplex PCR for identification and genotyping of the oomycete Pythium insidiosum from humans, animals and the environment.
Infection, genetics and evolution : journal of molecular epidemiology and evolutionary genetics in infectious diseases - 1 Oct 2017
Rujirawat Thidarat, Sridapan Thanawat, Lohnoo Tassanee, Yingyong Wanta, Kumsang Yothin, Sae-Chew Pattarana, Tonpitak Walaiporn, Krajaejun Theerapong
Abstract excerpt
Pythium insidiosum causes a life-threatening infectious disease, called pythiosis, in humans and animals worldwide. Diagnosis of pythiosis is difficult and often delayed. Surgical removal of infected tissue is the main treatment option. Disabilities and death are common outcomes for pythiosis patients. Reports of Py. insidiosum infections are rising. While it would be useful for clinical, epidemiological, and...
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