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Molecular identification and genetic diversity of Bartonella spp. in 24 bat species from Thailand.
Transboundary and emerging diseases - 1 Jul 2022
Poofery Juthathip, Narapakdeesakul Duriyang, Riana Elizabeth, Arnuphapprasert Apinya, Nugraheni Yudhi Ratna, Ngamprasertwong Thongchai, Wangthongchaicharoen Monsicha, Soisook Pipat, Bhodhibundit Phanaschakorn, Kaewthamasorn Morakot
Abstract excerpt
The study of bacterial zoonoses has been under-pursued despite the fact that bacteria cause the majority of zoonotic diseases, of which 70% have a wildlife origin. More Bartonella species are being identified as the cause of human diseases, and several of them have been linked to domestic and wild animals. Bats are outstanding reservoirs for Bartonella species because of their wide distribution, mobility,...
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