Density-Dependent Prevalence of Francisella tularensis in Fluctuating Vole Populations, Northwestern Spain

作者:Rodriguez Pastor Ruth; Escudero Raquel; Vidal Dolors; Mougeot Francois; Arroyo Beatriz; Lambin Xavier; Maria Vila Coro Ave; Rodriguez Moreno Isabel; Anda Pedro; Luque Larena Juan J*
来源:Emerging Infectious Diseases, 2017, 23(8): 1377-1379.
DOI:10.3201/eid2308.161194

摘要

Tularemia in humans in northwestern Spain is associated with increases in vole populations. Prevalence of infection with Francisella tularensis in common voles increased to 33% during a vole population fluctuation. This finding confirms that voles are spillover agents for zoonotic outbreaks. Ecologic interactions associated with tularemia prevention should be considered.

  • 出版日期2017-8