Publications by authors named "Kwon-Chung Tung"
Article Synopsis
- Clostridial diseases, caused by bacteria like Clostridium chauvoei and Clostridium tetani, increase in case numbers after floods due to the redistribution of spores in contaminated soils and water.
- The study aims to assess the prevalence of Clostridia spp. in soil using PCR and a nucleic acid extraction kit, specifically in areas of Taiwan that are often affected by typhoon-induced flooding.
- Results showed a significant increase in positive rates for Clostridium tetanus and Clostridium chauvoei after severe floods in Pingtung county, highlighting the need for surveillance of soil-related zoonotic pathogens to help control these diseases.
