| Literature DB >> 25932379 |
Christopher L Hatcher1, Laura A Muruato2, Alfredo G Torres3.
Abstract
Burkholderia mallei and Burkholderia pseudomallei are Gram-negative organisms, which are etiological agents of glanders and melioidosis, respectively. Although only B. pseudomallei is responsible for a significant number of human cases, both organisms are classified as Tier 1 Select Agents and their diseases lack effective diagnosis and treatment. Despite a recent resurgence in research pertaining to these organisms, there are still a number of knowledge gaps. This article summarizes the latest research progress in the fields of B. mallei and B. pseudomallei pathogenesis, vaccines, and diagnostics.Entities:
Keywords: B. mallei; B. pseudomallei; Diagnostics; Glanders; Melioidosis; Pathogenesis; Vaccines
Year: 2015 PMID: 25932379 PMCID: PMC4410361 DOI: 10.1007/s40475-015-0042-2
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Curr Trop Med Rep