ADVANCES IN THE DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT OF EMERGING INFECTIOUS DISEASES IN SMALL ANIMALS: CLINICAL CHALLENGES AND IMPLICATIONS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH
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https://doi.org/10.63330/aurumpub.043-005Palabras clave:
Emerging infectious diseases, Molecular diagnosis, Public health, Small animals, ZoonosesResumen
This chapter aims to analyze advances in the diagnosis and management of emerging infectious diseases in small animals, highlighting clinical challenges and implications for public health. The methodology was based on a narrative review of recent scientific literature, focusing on studies published between 2018 and 2025, including zoonotic agents, innovative diagnostic techniques, and therapeutic strategies. The results demonstrate the increasing incorporation of molecular methods such as real-time PCR and genetic sequencing, as well as rapid tests and epidemiological surveillance tools. In clinical management, there has been an expansion in targeted therapies and evidence-based protocols, although challenges remain, including antimicrobial resistance, underreporting, and structural limitations in veterinary services. It is concluded that the integration between veterinary medicine and public health, from a One Health perspective, is essential for controlling these diseases, requiring continuous professional training and strengthened health policies.
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