Occurrence of Infected Free-Living Amoebae in Cooling Towers of Southern Brazil
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DOI: 10.1007/s00284-017-1341-8
Abstract: This study determined the occurrence of potentially pathogenic free-living amoebae (FLA) and bacteria associated with amoebae in air-conditioning cooling towers in southern Brazil. Water samples were collected from 36 cooling systems from air-conditioning in the… read more here.
Keywords: living amoebae; free living; towers southern; cooling towers ... See more keywords
Isolation, identification, and phylogenetic analysis of potentially pathogenic free-living amoebae isolated from nasal and oral mucosa of HIV/AIDS patients in Iran
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DOI: 10.1007/s00436-019-06448-x
Abstract: The burden of HIV/AIDS in Iran is not as high as in the other countries with high prevalence; however, the number of cases of HIV/AIDs is increasing in this region. According to a recent report,… read more here.
Keywords: aids patients; hiv aids; living amoebae; pathogenic free ... See more keywords
Free-living amoebae and other neglected protistan pathogens: Health emergency signals?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ejop.2020.125760
Abstract: Protistan parasites have an undisputed global health impact. However, outside of a few key exceptions, e.g. the agent of malaria, most of these infectious agents are neglected as important health threats. The Symposium entitled "Free-living… read more here.
Keywords: amoebae neglected; free living; living amoebae; protistology ... See more keywords
PCR-based identification of thermotolerant free-living amoebae in Italian hot springs.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ejop.2021.125812
Abstract: Several thermal areas, also used for leisure purposes, may represent suitable habitats for free-living amoebae (FLAs), but few studies have been carried out in search for these organisms. The aim of this study was to… read more here.
Keywords: living amoebae; hot springs; site; identification ... See more keywords
Molecular identification of waterborne free living amoebae (Acanthamoeba, Naegleria and Vermamoeba) isolated from municipal drinking water and environmental sources, Semnan province, north half of Iran.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.exppara.2017.09.016
Abstract: The present study tested 80 samples of municipal, geothermal and recreational water samples for the occurrence of waterborne free living amoebae (FLA) including Acanthamoeba, Balamuthia mandrillaris, Vahlkampfiids and Vermamoeba in Semnan province, North half of… read more here.
Keywords: living amoebae; free living; waterborne free; water ... See more keywords
Detection of free-living amoebae in domestic cats with and without naturally-acquired keratitis.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tvjl.2021.105712
Abstract: Pathogenic free-living amoebae, most notably Acanthamoeba spp., are important pathogens of the human cornea. The importance of infection with free-living amoebae in cats with keratitis is currently unclear. The aim of this study was to… read more here.
Keywords: living amoebae; cats without; naturally acquired; amoebae ... See more keywords
Epidemiology of free-living amoebae infections in Africa: a review.
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DOI: 10.1080/20477724.2022.2160890
Abstract: FLA-related conditions are a rare medical occurrence. Despite their rarity, they are considered a public health concern for two reasons: the absence of a regular treatment regimen in the case of central nervous system infections… read more here.
Keywords: health; living amoebae; free living; epidemiology free ... See more keywords
Pathogenic waterborne free-living amoebae: An update from selected Southeast Asian countries
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0169448
Abstract: Data on the distribution of free-living amoebae is still lacking especially in Southeast Asian region. The aquatic environment revealed a high occurrence of free-living amoebae (FLA) due to its suitable condition and availability of food… read more here.
Keywords: living amoebae; water; free living; water samples ... See more keywords
Monitoring Water Quality Parameters in Egyptian Tap Water
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DOI: 10.15244/pjoes/92820
Abstract: Free-living amoebae can potentially cause infections in humans and animals. Contaminants in the water can affect water quality and, consequently, human health. A total of 68 tap water samples were collected during a one-year period… read more here.
Keywords: water quality; water; free living; tap water ... See more keywords