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Brucellosis in Kuwait: a clinico-epidemiological study.

A M Mousa1, K M Elhag, M Khogali

  • 1Al Adan General Hospital, Kuwait.

Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
|January 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary

Brucellosis outbreaks in Kuwait are linked to consuming raw milk and animal contact. Air transmission from contaminated soil is a significant infection route, particularly during the animal delivery season.

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Area of Science:

  • Epidemiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Brucellosis is a significant zoonotic disease affecting global public health.
  • Understanding transmission routes is crucial for effective control strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the incidence and epidemiological characteristics of brucellosis in the Adan area of Kuwait.
  • To identify the primary transmission routes of Brucella infection in the region.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of brucellosis cases admitted to Adan Regional Hospital from December 1983 to June 1984.
  • Data collection included patient demographics, risk factors (raw milk consumption, animal contact), and seasonal incidence.

Main Results:

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  • An annual incidence of 85/100,000 population was recorded, with 68 cases over six months.
  • Kuwaitis and Bedouins constituted 84% of cases; the mean age was 32 years (male:female ratio 1.4:1).
  • Consumption of raw milk (55 patients) and animal contact (4 patients) were identified risk factors. Peak incidence correlated with the animal delivery season and desert camping.

    • Conclusions:

    • Brucellosis poses a considerable public health challenge in Kuwait.
    • Consumption of raw milk and close animal contact are key risk factors.
    • Airborne transmission of Brucella via contaminated soil is suggested as a major infection route, especially during specific seasonal activities.