Assessment of Aeromonas species prevalence and virulence in fresh meats around Chennai, India

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Assessment identifies Aeromonas prevalence at 47.5% in fresh meats, highlighting public health risks and hygiene needs.

Nearly half of the meat samples tested positive for Aeromonas species, suggesting common contamination.
The multiplex PCR method revealed a high prevalence of virulence genes in 63 of the 95 isolates.
Analysis of samples from fish, chicken, mutton, and pork indicates a significant public health risk.
Routine monitoring of meat hygiene practices is essential to mitigate risks associated with Aeromonas contamination.

Manivannan et al. (2025) studied this question.

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