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Q fever

L G Reimer1

  • 1Department of Pathology, University of Utah, Salt Lake City 84148.

Clinical Microbiology Reviews
|July 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary
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Q fever is an acute febrile illness caused by Coxiella burnetii, often transmitted from animals like sheep and cats to humans. While typically self-limiting, prolonged treatment may be needed, and vaccines show promise for high-risk individuals.

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Area of Science:

  • * Zoonotic diseases
  • * Infectious diseases
  • * Public health

Background:

  • * Q fever is an acute febrile illness first identified in 1935.
  • * Human infection typically results from exposure to infected animals, particularly domestic livestock.
  • * Recent outbreaks have highlighted the role of cats in transmitting Q fever to humans in urban settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • * To summarize the epidemiology and transmission of Q fever.
  • * To discuss the etiologic agent, Coxiella burnetii.
  • * To review recent outbreaks and advancements in prevention.

Main Methods:

  • * Review of existing literature on Q fever.
  • * Analysis of recent outbreak data.
  • * Examination of vaccine efficacy studies.

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Main Results:

  • * Coxiella burnetii, the causative agent, has distinct genetic and transmission characteristics.
  • * Large outbreaks have been linked to medical research involving pregnant sheep.
  • * While most infections are self-limiting, some cases necessitate extended treatment.

Conclusions:

  • * Q fever remains a global public health concern with varied transmission routes.
  • * Cats are increasingly recognized as potential vectors in metropolitan outbreaks.
  • * Effective vaccines are emerging as a key strategy for preventing Q fever in at-risk populations.