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What is the primary mode of transmission of Enterobacteriaceae, including Salmonella, in animals?
What is the primary mode of transmission of Enterobacteriaceae, including Salmonella, in animals?
What is the primary purpose of serotyping in Salmonella diagnosis?
What is the primary purpose of serotyping in Salmonella diagnosis?
What is a challenge in developing vaccines against Salmonella?
What is a challenge in developing vaccines against Salmonella?
Which group of people is at high risk for Salmonellosis?
Which group of people is at high risk for Salmonellosis?
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What is a mechanism contributing to antibiotic resistance in Enterobacteriaceae?
What is a mechanism contributing to antibiotic resistance in Enterobacteriaceae?
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What is a consequence of antibiotic resistance in Enterobacteriaceae?
What is a consequence of antibiotic resistance in Enterobacteriaceae?
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What is a mitigation strategy for antibiotic resistance in Enterobacteriaceae?
What is a mitigation strategy for antibiotic resistance in Enterobacteriaceae?
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What is a primary target species for vaccine development against Salmonella?
What is a primary target species for vaccine development against Salmonella?
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Study Notes
Enterobacteriaceae and Salmonella in Veterinary Medicine
Gastrointestinal Infections
- Pathogenesis: Enterobacteriaceae, including Salmonella, can cause gastrointestinal infections in animals, leading to diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration.
- Host range: Affects various animal species, including poultry, swine, cattle, and companion animals.
- Transmission: Fecal-oral transmission, contaminated food and water, and vertical transmission from mother to offspring.
Diagnostic Testing
- Isolation and identification: Culture on selective media, biochemical tests (e.g., API 20E), and molecular methods (e.g., PCR, DNA-DNA hybridization).
- Serotyping: Identifies specific Salmonella serotypes using agglutination reactions.
- Molecular typing: Techniques like PFGE, MLST, and WGS help track outbreaks and identify sources.
Vaccine Development
- Types of vaccines: Inactivated, live attenuated, and subunit vaccines have been developed against Salmonella.
- Targets: Poultry, swine, and cattle are primary targets for vaccine development.
- Challenges: Antigenic variation, limited cross-protection, and potential negative impacts on gut microbiota.
Zoonotic Diseases
- Transmission: Direct contact with infected animals, contaminated food, and water.
- Human health impact: Salmonellosis causes gastroenteritis, with high-risk groups including the elderly, young children, and immunocompromised individuals.
- Prevention: Proper hygiene, safe food handling, and cooking practices can reduce transmission.
Antibiotic Resistance
- Mechanisms: Chromosomal mutations, horizontal gene transfer, and gene expression regulation contribute to antibiotic resistance in Enterobacteriaceae.
- Consequences: Reduced treatment options for animal and human infections, increased morbidity and mortality.
- Mitigation strategies: Prudent antibiotic use, antimicrobial stewardship, and development of novel therapeutics.
Enterobacteriaceae and Salmonella in Veterinary Medicine
Gastrointestinal Infections
- Gastrointestinal infections in animals: Caused by Enterobacteriaceae, including Salmonella, leading to diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration.
- Affected animal species: Poultry, swine, cattle, and companion animals.
- Transmission modes: Fecal-oral transmission, contaminated food and water, and vertical transmission from mother to offspring.
Diagnostic Testing
- Isolation and identification methods: Culture on selective media, biochemical tests (e.g., API 20E), and molecular methods (e.g., PCR, DNA-DNA hybridization).
- Serotyping: Identifies specific Salmonella serotypes using agglutination reactions.
- Molecular typing techniques: PFGE, MLST, and WGS help track outbreaks and identify sources.
Vaccine Development
- Vaccine types: Inactivated, live attenuated, and subunit vaccines have been developed against Salmonella.
- Target animal species: Poultry, swine, and cattle are primary targets for vaccine development.
- Challenges: Antigenic variation, limited cross-protection, and potential negative impacts on gut microbiota.
Zoonotic Diseases
- Transmission modes: Direct contact with infected animals, contaminated food, and water.
- Human health impact: Salmonellosis causes gastroenteritis, with high-risk groups including the elderly, young children, and immunocompromised individuals.
- Prevention strategies: Proper hygiene, safe food handling, and cooking practices can reduce transmission.
Antibiotic Resistance
- Mechanisms of antibiotic resistance: Chromosomal mutations, horizontal gene transfer, and gene expression regulation.
- Consequences of antibiotic resistance: Reduced treatment options for animal and human infections, increased morbidity and mortality.
- Mitigation strategies: Prudent antibiotic use, antimicrobial stewardship, and development of novel therapeutics.
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Learn about the pathogenesis, host range, and transmission of Enterobacteriaceae and Salmonella in veterinary medicine, including their role in gastrointestinal infections in animals.
