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Lactococcus garvieae in fish: a review.

Daniel Vendrell1, José Luis Balcázar, Imanol Ruiz-Zarzuela

  • 1Laboratory of Fish Pathology, Department of Animal Pathology, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain.

Comparative Immunology, Microbiology and Infectious Diseases
|August 29, 2006
PubMed
Summary

Lactococcosis, caused by Lactococcus garvieae, is an emergent fish disease impacting aquaculture. This review covers pathogen characterization, pathogenesis, epidemiology, diagnosis, and control of fish Lactococcosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Aquatic Animal Health
  • Fish Pathology
  • Microbial Disease in Aquaculture

Background:

  • Lactococcus garvieae causes Lactococcosis, an emergent disease in farmed fish.
  • The disease results in significant economic losses in marine and freshwater aquaculture.
  • Lactococcosis typically manifests as hyperacute and hemorrhagic septicemia, exacerbated by water temperatures above 16°C.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive state-of-the-art review of fish Lactococcosis.
  • To consolidate information on Lactococcus garvieae, the causative agent of the disease.
  • To cover key aspects including pathogen characteristics, disease development, spread, detection, and management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific publications on fish Lactococcosis.

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  • Synthesis of existing data on Lactococcus garvieae.
  • Compilation of information on disease epidemiology, pathogenesis, and control strategies.

    • Main Results:

    • Lactococcus garvieae is identified as the primary etiological agent.
    • The review details the characteristics of the pathogen and its impact on various fish species.
    • Information on disease outbreaks, transmission, clinical signs, and diagnostic methods is presented.

    Conclusions:

    • Fish Lactococcosis is a significant threat to aquaculture, particularly during warmer months.
    • Effective diagnosis and control measures are crucial for mitigating economic losses.
    • Further research into pathogen virulence and host-pathogen interactions is warranted.