[Incidence, behavior and control of Aeromonas hydrophila in meat and dairy products]

Abstract

This review deals with several aspects of Aeromonas hydrophila and other motile Aeromonas species associated with foodborne illness. Although it is mainly dedicated to the factors affecting growth and survival of this species in foods of animal origin, information on other topics is also provided. This paper includes sections on: Taxonomy, diseases caused by Aeromonas, virulence factors, reservoirs and prevalence in foods and water, factors affecting growth and survival, isolation and identification, and control measures.