Korean J Parasitol.
2021 Dec;59(6):639-643. 10.3347/kjp.2021.59.6.639.
Enterocytozoon bieneusi Genotypes and Infections in the Horses in Korea
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- 1College of Veterinary Medicine, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41566, Korea
- 2College of Veterinary Medicine, Chungbuk National University, Chungbuk 28644, Korea
- 3Animal Disease Diagnostic Division, Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency, Gyeongbuk 39660, Korea
- 4Bacterial Disease Division, Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency, Gyeongbuk 39660, Korea
- 5Cardiovascular Research Institute, Kyungpook National University, Daegu 41944, Korea
- KMID: 2523536
- DOI: http://doi.org/10.3347/kjp.2021.59.6.639
Abstract
- Enterocytozoon bieneusi is a microsporidian pathogen. Recently, the equestrian population is increasing in Korea. The horse-related zoonotic pathogens, including E. bieneusi, are concerns of public health. A total of 1,200 horse fecal samples were collected from riding centers and breeding farms in Jeju Island and inland areas. Of the fecal samples 15 (1.3%) were PCR positive for E. bieneusi. Interestingly, all positive samples came from Jeju Island. Diarrhea and infection in foals were related. Two genotypes (horse1, horse2) were identified as possible zoonotic groups requiring continuous monitoring.
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