Detection of zoonotic diarrheagenic pathotypes of < em > Escherichia coli < /em > in healthy household dogs

CONCLUSION: These results collectively indicate that healthy household dogs probably are the mild reservoir of potential virulent E. coli strains with possible active transmission to their contact owner. However, even non-pet owners seemed to be a notable source of intestinal pathotypes, especially EPEC, for their environment. Transmission of E. coli pathotypes may occurs by direct contact with the reservoirs or ingestion of contaminated food. These pathotypes are potentially virulent and creates public health hazards. Further studies are needed for better understanding of dissemination mechanisms of E. coli pathotypes among humans and their pets.PMID:33613906 | PMC:PMC7884269 | DOI:10.18502/ijm.v12i6.5026
Source: Iranian Journal of Microbiology - Category: Microbiology Authors: Source Type: research