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  • Bacteriology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Immunology

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  • Leptospirosis is a widespread zoonotic bacterial infection caused by *Leptospira* species.
  • Annual global estimates suggest one million cases and approximately 60,000 deaths.
  • Severe leptospirosis pathogenesis involves host genetics, pathogen virulence, and immune dysregulation, leading to cytokine storms and immunoparesis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of leptospirosis, including its epidemiology, pathogenesis, treatment, and prevention.
  • To highlight knowledge gaps and propose future research directions for leptospirosis control.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of leptospirosis epidemiology, clinical presentation, and treatment strategies.
  • Analysis of current diagnostic and therapeutic limitations.
  • Identification of areas requiring further scientific investigation.

Main Results:

  • *Leptospira* are treatable with antibiotics in early infection, but late-stage disease with organ dysfunction relies on supportive care.
  • Existing vaccines offer limited protection, primarily against rodent-associated serogroups.
  • Effective prevention relies on behavioral changes and personal protective measures, with prophylactic antibiotic efficacy unconfirmed.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate global disease burden estimation, understanding severe leptospirosis pathophysiology, and developing point-of-care diagnostics are critical research priorities.
  • Targeted immunotherapies and vaccines require further research informed by pathophysiology insights.
  • Improved prevention and treatment strategies are needed to combat this significant global health threat.