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October 10, 2025Open Access

First Record of Salmonella Paratyphi B in a Captive Corn Snake in Bulgaria

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Case report identifies salmonella paratyphi b in a corn snake, suggesting zoonotic risks and antimicrobial resistance.

Salmonella paratyphi b was detected in a captive corn snake, presenting serious health implications.
The snake exhibited gastrointestinal symptoms, including anorexia and diarrhea, and showed susceptibility to specific antibiotics.
Antimicrobial susceptibility testing revealed resistance to common veterinary antibiotics like cefalexin and gentamicin.
This case emphasizes the need for regular microbiological monitoring to prevent zoonotic transmission and antimicrobial resistance.

Betina Boneva-Marutsova (2025) studied this question.

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