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Aspergillosis in Wild Birds.
Pascal Arné1,2, Veronica Risco-Castillo1,2,3, Grégory Jouvion2,3
1Ecole Nationale Vétérinaire d'Alfort, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vétérinaire de la Faune Sauvage (Chuv-FS), 94700 Maisons-Alfort, France.
Journal of Fungi (Basel, Switzerland)
|April 3, 2021
Summary
Aspergillosis, a fungal infection caused by Aspergillus, poses a severe threat to birds. Understanding its environmental triggers is crucial for prevention due to limited treatment options.
Area of Science:
- Mycology
- Avian Pathology
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- The genus Aspergillus comprises ubiquitous fungi thriving on organic matter.
- Aspergillus spores are opportunistic pathogens causing severe, often fatal, infections in birds upon inhalation.
- Disease development is influenced by avian innate immunity and exposure levels, varying by species and situation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the significance of Aspergillosis in avian health.
- To emphasize the need for preventive measures against Aspergillus infections in birds.
- To inform breeders and avian practitioners about factors influencing Aspergillosis emergence.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on Aspergillus in avian species.
- Analysis of epidemiological factors contributing to Aspergillosis outbreaks.
- Assessment of the role of innate immunity and environmental exposure.
Main Results:
- Aspergillus infections are a significant cause of mortality in diverse avian populations.
- Variability in disease susceptibility exists across different bird species.
- Environmental conditions and exposure levels are critical determinants of infection.
Conclusions:
- Therapeutic treatments for Aspergillosis show limited efficacy.
- Knowledge of conditions favoring Aspergillus proliferation is essential for effective prevention.
- Proactive management strategies are vital for controlling Aspergillosis in avian populations.
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