Complete bacterial profile and potential pathogens of cat fleas Ctenocephalides felis

Wu, Yangjie; Hu, Sanlian; Zhang, Xueling; Wang, Huimei; Pan, Haiyu; Li, Guohua; Deng, Yong

doi:10.1016/j.actatropica.2023.106923

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“…The role of fleas in C. burnetii transmission is not clear; some authors do not consider cat fleas as vectors of C. burnetii between companion animals and humans, because the bacteria were not detected in analyzed arthropods [51,52]. Recently, the role of fleas has been reconsidered: 1.21% of fleas C. felis resulted PCR positive for C. burnetii in China [53], but also, previous investigations detected this pathogen in C. felis. For example, C. burnetii has been detected in 2 (1 Xenopsylla cheopis and 1 C. felis) of the 987 examined fleas in a study conducted in Egypt [54]; furthermore, Psaroulaki et al [55] detected C. burnetii DNA in 2/3 pools of fleas C. felis removed from foxes and 6/41 pools of fleas collected from rats.…”

Section: Arthropodsmentioning

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Coxiella burnetii Infection in Cats

Ebani

2023

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Q fever is a zoonotic disease caused by Coxiella burnetii, with farm ruminants being considered the main sources of infection for humans. However, there have been several cases of the disease in people that have been related to domestic cats as well. Cats can become infected through various routes, including ingestion of raw milk, hunting and consuming infected rodents and birds, consumption of contaminated pet food, inhalation of contaminated aerosols and dust, and bites from hematophagous arthropods. Infected cats typically do not show symptoms, but pregnant queens may experience abortion or give birth to weak kittens. Accurate diagnosis using serological and molecular methods is crucial in detecting infected cats, allowing for prompt action with appropriate treatments and preventive measures. Breeders, cattery personnel, veterinarians, and owners should be informed about the risks of C. burnetii infections associated with cats experiencing reproductive disorders.

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