Enterocytozoon bieneusi Genotypes and Infections in the Horses in Korea

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...

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Published in:Korean journal of parasitology 2021, Vol.59 (6), p.639-643
Main Authors: Lee, Haeseung, Lee, Seung-Hun, Lee, Yu-Ran, Kim, Ha-Young, Moon, Bo-Youn, Han, Jee Eun, Rhee, Man Hee, Kwon, Oh-Deog, Kwak, Dongmi
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Language:Korean
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Summary: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.
ISSN:0023-4001
1738-0006