Oral microbiota and their antibiotic susceptibility in free-living monkeys in Goiás State, Brazil: repercussions for injuries in humans
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2019
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Goiás State, which is in the midwest region of Brazil, has several urban forests. This fact, along with the expansion
of urban areas within the limits of Forest Conservation Units, increases the contact between humans and wildlife, such as
capuchin monkeys. The impulsive behavior of these animals and the scarcity of food cause them to vigorously search for food,
leading to direct encounters with Park visitors, which can result in scratches and bites and making them potential disseminators
of pathogenic microorganisms. Methods: Ten specimens of bearded capuchin monkey (Sapajus libidinosus) were captured at
the Onofre Quinan Environmental Park in Anápolis, Goiás, Brazil. Samples were collected from the monkeys, and the bacteria
and fungi present in the samples were isolated and identified. Then, the identified microorganisms were subjected to antibiotic
susceptibility testing. Results: A total of 111 bacteria and 12 fungi were isolated, including two strict anaerobic bacteria of the
genus Peptostreptococcus, 109 facultative anaerobic bacteria, and 12 yeasts. Among the facultative bacteria, enterobacteria
and Staphylococcus were common. Resistance to tetracycline and ampicillin antibiotics was detected in the enterobacteria, and
resistance to tetracycline, erythromycin, and clindamycin was detected in the Staphylococci. The other strains were sensitive
to all tested antimicrobials. Cefoxitin showed 100% efficacy in all isolated bacteria. Conclusions: For bites from capuchin
monkeys, we recommend performing complete hygiene and antibiotic therapy, according to medical recommendations. Given
the 100% effectiveness of cefoxitin, it should be considered for this type of injury, especially in the study region.
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Capuchin monkey, Bites and stings, Antibiotic, Bacterial infections, Sapajus libidinosus
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SOBREIRA, Elisângela de Albuquerque et al. Oral microbiota and their antibiotic susceptibility in free-living monkeys in Goiás State, Brazil: Repercussions for injuries in humans. Revista da Sociedade Brasileira de Medicina Tropical, São Paulo, v. 52, p. 1-4, 2019. DOI: 10.1590/0037-8682-0294-2018. Disponível em: https://www.scielo.br/j/rsbmt/a/DxC3dH3gkYFNwrFTztHqRNm/?lang=en. Acesso em: 3 jun. 2025.