Virulence Mechanisms of Enteroinvasive Pathogens
Abstract
Enteroinvasive bacterial pathogens which cause disease in animals include members of the genera Salmonella, Yersinia, and Shigella. Salmonella infections in cattle, sheep, swine, and horses are usually manifested as acute or chronic enteritis, but acute bacteremia accompanied by abortion and death can also result from ingestion of these organisms. Yersinia pseudotuberculosis is a common cause of epizootic disease of birds and rodents, and this organism can also cause enteritis and septic abortions in domestic animals. Humans are the natural reservoirs of Shigella species, but Shigella infections often occur in captive monkey populations. Reprints.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1988
- Accession Number
- ADA201761
Entities
People
- Samuel B. Formal
- Thomas L. Hale
Organizations
- Walter Reed Army Institute of Research