Metagenomic analysis of atheroma plaques for identification of microorganisms indicates presence of Toxoplasma gondii as a possible etiological agent

Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide. Vital organs like the heart are affected by the occlusion of blood vessels due to atherosclerotic plaque formation. However, the role of infectious agents has always been an essential subject of investigation. This...

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Main Authors: Feyzanur Erdemir, Ahmet Karabulut, Unal Aydin, Salih Guler, Aysenur Cicek, Selcen Necibe Gokduman, Ecem Eser, Selcuk Birdogan, Tanil Kocagoz
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2024-10-01
Series:Journal of Infection and Public Health
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1876034124002739