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Pathology of mycobacteriosis in birds

H L Shivaprasad1, Chiara Palmieri

  • 1Avian Pathology, California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory System-Tulare Branch, University of California, Davis, Tulare, CA 93274, USA. hlshivaprasad@ucdavis.edu

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Exotic Animal Practice
|January 17, 2012
PubMed

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Avian mycobacteriosis, a disease caused by Mycobacterium avium, affects various bird species. This veterinary risk can spread through ingestion or inhalation and poses a zoonotic threat to humans.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Avian Health

Background:

  • Avian mycobacteriosis impacts companion, captive exotic, wild, and domestic birds.
  • Mycobacterium avium subsp avium is the common cause, with over 10 other mycobacteria species identified in birds.
  • The disease presents a significant veterinary and economic concern for avian populations and potentially mammals.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To summarize the key aspects of avian mycobacteriosis.
  • To highlight transmission routes and diagnostic advancements.
  • To underscore the disease's impact on avian health and public safety.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing literature on avian mycobacteriosis.
  • Analysis of transmission routes, including oral and airborne.
  • Discussion of molecular diagnostic techniques for disease confirmation.

Main Results:

  • Avian mycobacteriosis is caused by various Mycobacterium species, primarily Mycobacterium avium subsp avium.
  • Oral ingestion is the main transmission route, with airborne transmission suggested in some respiratory cases.
  • Molecular diagnostics have enhanced disease identification capabilities.

Conclusions:

  • Avian mycobacteriosis is a widespread disease in birds with diverse causative agents.
  • Understanding transmission is crucial for disease control and prevention.
  • The zoonotic potential of avian mycobacteriosis necessitates awareness and management strategies for public health.

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