Tinea corporis intrafamilial infection in pets due to Microsporum canis
Karla Yaeko Sierra-Maeda,
Fernando Martínez-Hernández,
Roberto Arenas
et al.
Abstract:Microsporum canis
, one of the most widespread dermatophytes worldwide, is a zoonotic microorganism that transmits infection from reservoirs such as cats and dogs to humans. This microorganism is associated with
Tinea corporis
and other clinical manifestations; however, few studies have used genetic surveillance to determine and characterize the process of zoonotic transmission. In this study, we show a clear example of zoonotic transmission from a cat to an intrafamilial envi… Show more
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