AI Article Synopsis
- - A study in northeastern China tested 622 febrile patients for Candidatus Neoehrlichia mikurensis infection, identifying 7 infected individuals.
- - Researchers found natural reservoirs for the bacterium, indicating its presence in the area.
- - Field surveys revealed that 1.6% of ticks and 3.8% of rodents from patients' homes were also infected, suggesting a potential transmission route.
Article Abstract
To identify Candidatus Neoehrlichia mikurensis infection in northeastern China, we tested blood samples from 622 febrile patients. We identified in 7 infected patients and natural foci for this bacterium. Field surveys showed that 1.6% of ticks and 3.8% of rodents collected from residences of patients were also infected.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3471638 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.3201/eid1810.120594 | DOI Listing |
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