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Prevalence and Genetic Diversity of Blastocystis sp. in Humans, Dogs and Cats in Gabon: A One Health Perspective.
Zoonoses and public health - 1 May 2026
Makouloutou-Nzassi P, Longo-Pendy N M, Atome G Ndong, Mpassy N, Bangueboussa F, Atiga N C, Okouga A P, N'dilimabaka N B, Oyegue-Liabagui S L, Lekana-Douki J B, Boundenga L
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INTRODUCTION: Blastocystis sp. is a cosmopolitan protist that colonises the gastrointestinal tract of mammals, including humans, dogs and cats. Although its pathogenicity remains debated, Blastocystis sp. has been linked to gastrointestinal symptoms and alterations in the gut microbiota. In Gabon, most epidemiological data on Blastocystis sp. rely on microscopy, which may underestimate true prevalence. Moreover,...
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