High Concordance between the Whole Genome Sequencing data Analysis Methods for Vibrio Cholerae Surveillance in Finland and Norway

Vibrio cholerae infections, both vibriosis and cholera, are rare in Northern Europe. However, the coastal areas suitable for transmission have increased during recent years. Accessible and validated molecular diagnostic methods are needed to monitor such infections. Here, we describe the comparison and validation of Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) data analysis methods for V. cholerae characterization in the public health institutes of Finland and Norway. The results showed a concordance of 96.7% between the methods in the two countries.