Mycobacterium tuberculosis Infection among Asian Elephants in Captivity

Mycobacterium tuberculosis Infection among Asian Elephants in Captivity

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Although awareness of tuberculosis among captive short knee length kurtis elephants is increasing, antituberculosis therapy for these animals is not standardized.We describe Mycobacterium tuberculosis transmission between captive elephants based on whole genome analysis and report a mug washer successful combination treatment.Infection control protocols and careful monitoring of treatment of captive elephants with tuberculosis are warranted.