Burden of Common Respiratory Pathogens Among Cats in China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Feline respiratory disease complex (FRDC) is a set of illnesses which are primarily associated with different types of viruses and bacteria. There is scarcity of data on pathogens associated with FRDC in China.

Objectives

The primary objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence and dynamics of FRDC pathogens in China.

Methods

A total of 458 samples were retrieved from veterinary clinics during 2021-2024 from cats suffering from respiratory infections. Four viruses and three bacteria associated with FRDC were targeted for molecular detection with real time qPCR/RT-qPCR assays.

Results

At least 1 targeted respiratory pathogen was detected in 423 samples (92.3%), whereas no pathogens were detected in 7.7% of samples. Bacteria were detected

SUBMITTER: Umar S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11582471 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature