Systematic review assesses prevalence and antimicrobial resistance of Aeromonas hydrophila in aquatic food animals, highlighting regional health risks.
Key Points
Aeromonas hydrophila poses zoonotic risks, causing gastroenteritis and wound infections in humans and animals.
The overall prevalence of A. hydrophila was found to be 30.7%, indicating a significant presence in aquatic environments.
Resistance to antibiotics like penicillin (80.7%) and oxytetracycline (69.9%) raises treatment concerns for infections.
Geographical variations in prevalence suggest monitoring in regions like Africa is crucial for public health.