Zoonotic Pathogens in Wildlife Traded in Markets for Human Consumption, Laos

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Nawtaisong, Pruksa;Robinson, Matthew T.;Khammavong, Khongsy;Milavong, Phonesavanh;Rachlin, Audrey;Dittrich, Sabine;Dubot-Pérès, Audrey;Vongsouvath, Malavanh;Horwood, Paul F.;Dussart, Philippe;Theppangna, Watthana;Douangngeum, Bounlom;Fine, Amanda E.;Pruvot, Mathieu;Newton, Paul N.
Paul Horwood
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We tested animals from wildlife trade sites in Laos for the presence of zoonotic pathogens. Leptospira spp. were the most frequently detected infectious agents, found in 20.1% of animals. Rickettsia typhi and R. felis were also detected. These findings suggest a substantial risk for exposure through handling and consumption of wild animal meat.

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Emerging Infectious Diseases

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28

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1080-6059

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US Department of Health and Human Services

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10.3201/eid2804.210249