A Whole Genome Sequencing-Based Epidemiological Investigation of a Pregnancy-Related Invasive Listeriosis Case in Central Italy

A Whole Genome Sequencing-Based Epidemiological Investigation of a Pregnancy-Related Invasive Listeriosis Case in Central Italy

Listeriosis is currently the fifth most common foodborne disease in Europe. Most cases are sporadic; however, outbreaks have also been reported. Compared to other foodborne infections, listeriosis has a modest incidence but can cause life-threatening complications, especially in elderly or immunocom...

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Main Authors: Valeria Russini, Martina Spaziante, Bianca Maria Varcasia, Elena Lavinia Diaconu, Piermichele Paolillo, Simonetta Picone, Grazia Brunetti, Daniela Mattia, Angela De Carolis, Francesco Vairo, Teresa Bossù, Stefano Bilei, Maria Laura De Marchis
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-06-01
Series:Pathogens
Subjects:
listeriosis
<i>Listeria monocytogenes</i>
pregnancy
maternal-fetal transmission
outbreak
next generation sequencing
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-0817/11/6/667

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