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Isolation of pathogenic Leptospira strains from naturally infected cattle in Uruguay reveals high serovar diversity, and uncovers a relevant risk for human leptospirosis.
PLoS neglected tropical diseases - 1 Sept 2018
Zarantonelli Leticia, Suanes Alejandra, Meny Paulina, Buroni Florencia, Nieves Cecilia, Salaberry Ximena, Briano Carolina, Ashfield Natalia, Da Silva Silveira Caroline, Dutra Fernando, Easton Cristina, Fraga Martin, Giannitti Federico, Hamond Camila, Macías-Rioseco Melissa, Menéndez Clara, Mortola Alberto, Picardeau Mathieu, Quintero Jair, Ríos Cristina, Rodríguez Víctor, Romero Agustín, Varela Gustavo, Rivero Rodolfo, Schelotto Felipe, Riet-Correa Franklin, Buschiazzo Alejandro
Abstract excerpt
Leptospirosis is a neglected zoonosis with worldwide distribution. The causative agents are spirochete bacteria of the Leptospira genus, displaying huge diversity of serovars, the identity of which is critical for effective diagnosis and vaccination purposes. Among many other mammalian species, Leptospira infects cattle, eliciting acute signs in calves, and chronic disease in adult animals often leading to...
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