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M Verenkar1, R Savio, N Venkatesh

  • 1Department of Microbiology, Goa Medical College, Bambolim.

Indian Journal of Pathology & Microbiology
|July 1, 1994
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During a 1988 cholera outbreak in Goa, 80 Vibrio strains were isolated from 250 stool samples. Eltor biotype strains, predominantly Ogawa serotype, showed sensitivity to chloramphenicol, gentamicin, and nalidixic acid.

Area of Science:

  • Microbiology
  • Epidemiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Cholera outbreaks pose significant public health challenges.
  • Understanding the etiological agents and their characteristics is crucial for effective control.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the microbiological and epidemiological features of a cholera outbreak in Goa.
  • To determine the characteristics and antimicrobial susceptibility of isolated Vibrio strains.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of 250 stool samples collected during the outbreak.
  • Isolation and identification of Vibrio strains.
  • Serotyping and biotyping of Vibrio cholerae.
  • Antimicrobial sensitivity testing.

Main Results:

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  • An isolation rate of 32% for Vibrio strains was observed.
  • Eltor biotype strains, primarily Ogawa (66.25%) and Inaba (26.25%) serotypes, were identified.
  • Non-agglutinable (NAG) Vibrios constituted 7.5% of isolates.
  • Adults represented 72.5% of affected individuals.
  • High sensitivity to chloramphenicol, gentamicin, and nalidixic acid was noted.

Conclusions:

  • The study characterized Vibrio isolates during a 1988 Goa cholera outbreak.
  • Eltor biotype, Ogawa and Inaba serotypes were predominant.
  • Identified antimicrobial sensitivities provide guidance for treatment strategies.