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February 20, 2026Veterinary Pathology0 citations

Austwickia Chelonae-Associated Cutaneous Lesions in Chinese Stripe-Necked Turtles

Austwickia chelonae –associated cutaneous and plastron lesions in Chinese stripe-necked turtles ( Mauremys sinensis )

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CHChia‐Yu HsiehSWShang-Ting WuYCY. A. Chang

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Investigations reveal shell rot caused by Austwickia chelonae in Mauremys sinensis, suggesting serious health implications.

Key Points

  • This study aims to identify the cause of shell rot in Chinese stripe-necked turtles and its potential progression.
  • Investigated 10 cases of shell rot from aquaculture farms in southern Taiwan.
  • Conducted histological examinations to identify bacterial presence.
  • Performed full-length 16S rRNA gene sequencing of isolated bacteria.
  • All cases exhibited shell ulceration with gram-positive filamentous bacteria detected.
  • One case revealed hepatic necrosis and corresponding bacteria in the liver.
  • Isolates showed 99.7% similarity to the type strain of Austwickia chelonae.

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Hsieh et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6997fa90ad1d9b11b3453dd2https://doi.org/10.1177/03009858261420319
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