The first serological survey of C. Burnetii in domestic animals in Poland DOI Creative Commons
Hanna Turlewicz‐Podbielska, Jakub Jędrzej Ruszkowski, Małgorzata Pomorska‐Mól

et al.

BMC Veterinary Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 20(1)

Published: Dec. 7, 2024

Abstract Background • Q fever, known as coxiellosis in animals, represents a global zoonotic threat caused by the intracellular bacterium Coxiella burnetii ( C. ). The disease affects many animal species, including those considered significant reservoirs, such cattle, sheep and goats. Transmission of pathogen to other domestic companion then humans has also been observed, highlighting importance understanding epidemiology prevalence among animals. present study aimed determine frequency seroreagents for within pet dogs, cats rabbits from urban Poland areas identify possible risk factors these Results In total, serum samples 491 427 93 were used study. seroprevalence anti- antibodies dogs reached 0.61% (3/491; 95% CI: 0.21–1.78) 0.23% (1/427; 0.04–1.31), respectively. No differences across species different subpopulations (age group, gender, exhibited symptoms, or sampling location) found. All negative C.burnetii antibodies. Conclusions rates low; however, our results confirm that can be exposed may exhibit serological reactions. It reported people who come into contact with secretions excretions reproductive systems (such breeders, veterinarians, veterinary clinic staff) at contracting . Based on findings, it is advised particularly cautious, especially when assisting giving birth. Coxiellosis should potential cause disorders indicate are probably less important circulation This first survey Poland.

Language: Английский

One health behind bars: Seroincidence of Coxiella burnetii in women inmates, correctional officers, and feral cats DOI Creative Commons
Danilo Alves de França, Louise Bach Kmetiuk, Gabriel Luís Brucinski Pinto

et al.

One Health, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 101032 - 101032

Published: April 1, 2025

Language: Английский

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Q Fever-Related Community Infections: United States Exposure to Coxiella burnetii DOI Creative Commons

Charles Dillon,

Gwendolyn R. Dillon

Pathogens, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 14(5), P. 460 - 460

Published: May 8, 2025

Coxiella burnetii is a significant infectious pathogen that causes Q fever. fever thought to be uncommon in the US and most human cases are believed occur agricultural livestock workers. However, extent of community exposure C. not known with certainty. Using nationally representative 2003–2004 National Health Nutrition Examination Survey serologic, demographic, occupational history data, magnitude adult general population burnetii, excluding agricultural-sector workers, was estimated. Exposure defined as positive serum IgG antibodies an immunofluorescence assay (e.g., current or past infection). A total 3.0% (95% CI: 2.0–4.4) met criteria for exposure, representing some 6.2 million persons. Overall, 86.9% 75.5–98.4) seropositive persons had no lifetime work sector (5.5 persons). This consistently true across all demographic groups: aged 20–59 years, 87.3%; 60+ 85.7%; men, 86.1%; women, 87.6%; non-Hispanic Whites, 82%; Blacks, 95.8%; Mexican Americans, 89.4%; immigrants from Mexico, 83.5%; other immigrants, 96.8%. As proportion infections result acute chronic conveys mortality, community-level risks public may significant. It recommended 6-year sample recent NHANES stored sera analyzed determine rates. Also, analyzing additional 2005–2008 would provide opportunity assess time trends long-term health impacts.

Language: Английский

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Molecular characterisation of Coxiella burnetii dairy cattle strains in Estonia DOI Creative Commons
Kädi Neare, Lea Tummeleht, Tomas Jinnerot

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Frontiers in Veterinary Science, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: May 9, 2025

Coxiella burnetii ( C. ), an obligate intracellular zoonotic bacterium, causes abortions, stillbirths, and birth of premature weak offspring in animals. Sheep goats, are considered important reservoirs infection for humans. In Estonia, is detected serologically domestic ruminants with the prevalence being significantly higher dairy cattle herds than that beef sheep flocks. Furthermore, DNA has previously been identified cattle. This study explored genetic characteristics strains to identify possible sources disease. The found Estonian were examined using 15-locus multiple-locus variable number tandem repeat analysis (MLVA). Across two herds, one complete partial profiles different numbers repeats at studied loci identified. A comparative unweighted pair group method arithmetic mean (UPGMA) randomly selected European larger phylogenetic clusters associated small ruminant species, respectively. Additionally, it revealed a relationship abortion material milk from Belgian These results provide primary information regarding circulating this region indicate -induced reproductive disorders herds.

Language: Английский

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Prevalence and risk factors of coxiellosis in meat goat herds: an epidemiological investigation in Northeastern Thailand DOI Creative Commons
Sarinya Rerkyusuke, Sawarin Lerk-u-suke, Peerapol Sukon

et al.

International Journal of Veterinary Science and Medicine, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12(1), P. 60 - 70

Published: July 26, 2024

Q fever/coxiellosis poses a significant threat to both human and animal health, with goats serving as important reservoirs for disease transmission. This study aimed evaluate the prevalence of coxiellosis identify associated risk factors within meat goat herds in northeastern Thailand. A total 39 were examined, 84.61% these experiencing reproductive disorders suggestive Coxiella burnetii infection. Serum samples (n = 513) vaginal swabs 334) collected from 522 serological molecular analyses, respectively. Results unveiled an overall herd 74.35% (29/39), within-herd 15.49% (95% CI: 10.86–20.12). Univariate analysis indicated that knowledge about transmission owners serves protective factor against C. infection at level (OR: 0.10; 95% 0.01–0.92; p 0.04). Multivariable identified two level, including establishment exceeding 5 years 7.14; 1.05–48.4; 0.04), well failures abortion, infertility, weak offspring 17.65; 1.76–177.45; 0.01). Individual-level included female gender 8.42; 1.14–62.42; 0.03), crossbreeding 2.52; 1.32–4.82; 0.005), clinical signs anaemia 1.63; 1.01–2.64; These findings underscore widespread fever area emphasize necessity implementing targeted control strategies.

Language: Английский

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Infective Endocarditis Due to Q Fever From a Tick Bite: A Case Report DOI Open Access
Fawaz Mohammed,

Evan Gleaves,

Phillipa Watson

et al.

Cureus, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: July 8, 2024

Infection from Coxiella burnetti causes Q fever that manifests with vague symptoms. We report a case of an individual admitted to the hospital recurrent fevers history multiple tick bites. Further workup revealed examination and laboratory findings consistent endocarditis. Fevers resolved doxycycline hydroxychloroquine. Our highlights suspicion for should be maintained in patients presenting unknown origin prompt recognition appropriate treatment.

Language: Английский

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The first serological survey of C. Burnetii in domestic animals in Poland DOI Creative Commons
Hanna Turlewicz‐Podbielska, Jakub Jędrzej Ruszkowski, Małgorzata Pomorska‐Mól

et al.

BMC Veterinary Research, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 20(1)

Published: Dec. 7, 2024

Abstract Background • Q fever, known as coxiellosis in animals, represents a global zoonotic threat caused by the intracellular bacterium Coxiella burnetii ( C. ). The disease affects many animal species, including those considered significant reservoirs, such cattle, sheep and goats. Transmission of pathogen to other domestic companion then humans has also been observed, highlighting importance understanding epidemiology prevalence among animals. present study aimed determine frequency seroreagents for within pet dogs, cats rabbits from urban Poland areas identify possible risk factors these Results In total, serum samples 491 427 93 were used study. seroprevalence anti- antibodies dogs reached 0.61% (3/491; 95% CI: 0.21–1.78) 0.23% (1/427; 0.04–1.31), respectively. No differences across species different subpopulations (age group, gender, exhibited symptoms, or sampling location) found. All negative C.burnetii antibodies. Conclusions rates low; however, our results confirm that can be exposed may exhibit serological reactions. It reported people who come into contact with secretions excretions reproductive systems (such breeders, veterinarians, veterinary clinic staff) at contracting . Based on findings, it is advised particularly cautious, especially when assisting giving birth. Coxiellosis should potential cause disorders indicate are probably less important circulation This first survey Poland.

Language: Английский

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