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[Seroepidemiology of Bartonella henselae infection in a risk group]

J R Blanco Ramos1, J A Oteo Revuelta, V Martínez de Artola

  • 1Servicio de Medicina Interna y Enfermedades Infecciosas, Hospital de La Rioja, Logroño.

Revista Clinica Espanola
|February 4, 1999
PubMed

Insights

Cat owners show a significantly higher prevalence of Bartonella henselae antibodies, indicating a higher risk of infection transmission from cats. This highlights the importance of understanding feline-borne diseases in public health.

Area of Science:

  • Infectious Diseases
  • Epidemiology
  • Veterinary Medicine

Context:

  • Bartonella henselae infections are increasingly recognized for their association with various clinical conditions.
  • Cats serve as the primary reservoir for B. henselae, with transmission occurring mainly through bites and scratches.
  • Understanding the seroepidemiology in at-risk populations is crucial for public health.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the seroepidemiology of Bartonella henselae infection.
  • To compare antibody titers between cat owners (risk group) and blood donors (control group).
  • To identify potential risk factors associated with B. henselae infection in cat owners.

Summary:

  • Antibody titers to B. henselae were measured in 83 cat owners and 85 blood donors using indirect immunofluorescence.
  • A significantly higher prevalence of antibodies (titers ≥ 1:64) was found in cat owners (28.9%) compared to blood donors (5.9%).
  • Logistic regression revealed associations between infection and daily alcohol intake and prior lymph node enlargement in cat owners.

Impact:

  • Demonstrates a high prevalence of B. henselae antibodies among cat owners, suggesting increased exposure risk.
  • Provides epidemiological data on B. henselae transmission dynamics.
  • Informs public health strategies for managing and preventing Bartonella infections in communities with high cat populations.
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