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Tuberculosis in imported nonhuman primates--United States, June 1990-May 1993

    MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report
    |July 30, 1993
    PubMed

    Insights

    Imported nonhuman primates (NHPs) can carry tuberculosis (TB), a disease transmissible to humans. This review of NHPs imported into the US highlights the need for improved identification and control measures for TB in animals and exposed workers.

    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Medicine
    • Public Health
    • Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • Nonhuman primates (NHPs) imported into the United States require quarantine and monitoring for zoonotic diseases.
    • Mycobacterial infections, specifically tuberculosis (TB), were reported in NHPs recently imported from Mauritius.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review tuberculosis (TB) prevalence in imported NHPs in the United States.
    • To update recommendations for identifying and controlling TB in imported NHPs and exposed human workers.

    Main Methods:

    • A review was conducted on all 249 shipments of CDC-permitted NHP species imported into the US between June 1990 and May 1993.
    • Data on mycobacterial infections, particularly TB, were analyzed.

    Main Results:

    • The study investigated reports of mycobacterial infections in imported NHPs.
    • The review encompassed a significant period of NHP importation, providing a comprehensive dataset.

    Conclusions:

    • Tuberculosis poses a risk in imported NHPs and to humans.
    • Enhanced strategies are necessary for the identification and control of TB in imported NHPs and for managing occupational exposure in humans.

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