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Genetic diversity and pathogenic potential of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) derived from German flour.
International journal of food microbiology - 2 Jun 2021
Projahn Michaela, Lamparter Marina C, Ganas Petra, Goehler André, Lorenz-Wright Sandra C, Maede Dietrich, Fruth Angelika, Lang Christina, Schuh Elisabeth
Abstract excerpt
Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) can cause severe human illness, which are frequently linked to the consumption of contaminated beef or dairy products. However, recent outbreaks associated with contaminated flour and undercooked dough in the United States and Canada, highlight the potential of plant based food as transmission routes for STEC. In Germany STEC has been isolated from flour, but no cases...
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