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Flea-Borne Rickettsioses and Rickettsiae

American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
DOI: 10.4269/ajtmh.16-0537
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Abstract

Rickettsia typhi and Rickettsia felis are flea-borne rickettsiae that are distributed throughout the world. This mini-review outlines the ecology and epidemiology of flea-borne rickettsioses; highlights important clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic considerations; and discusses areas of uncertainty regarding Rickettsia felis and other rickettsiae harbored by fleas.

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Blanton, L. S., & Walker, D. H. (2017, January 1). Flea-Borne Rickettsioses and Rickettsiae. American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. https://doi.org/10.4269/ajtmh.16-0537

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