Publications by authors named "Andrea Mignacca"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates a 2012 outbreak of bovine tuberculosis (bTB) in a fallow deer herd in Sicily, identified through health issues like cachexia and skin lesions in the animals.
- Testing confirmed the presence of Mycobacterium bovis, specifically spoligotype SB0120, in affected deer, leading to the euthanasia of several animals with granulomatous lesions.
- The findings highlight the significant role of wild ruminants in the spread of bTB and emphasize the need for improved monitoring of this disease in wildlife to mitigate risks to both animal and human health.
