Presencia de dermatofitos en espacios públicos de la ciudad de La Plata: ¿Una amenaza para la sociedad?

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10/2025
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Universidad Nacional del Nordeste. Facultad de Ciencias Veterinarias
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Veterinaria
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1668-4834
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1669-6840
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Los dermatofitos son agentes causantes de dermatofitosis, especialmente en poblaciones con contacto frecuente con animales, suelo o ambientes contaminados. Su alta transmisibilidad y capacidad zoonótica los convierte en un problema de salud pública relevante. El objetivo de este trabajo fue identificar la presencia de dermatofitos en espacios públicos compartidos por humanos y animales como lo son las plazas y parques de la ciudad de La Plata, a partir de un total de 72 muestras de suelo. La identificación se basó en las características macro y micromorfológicas. Como análisis complementario, se determinó el pH de esas muestras. De los diez sitios públicos muestreados, siete fueron positivos para dermatofitos. El hallazgo permitió determinar la presencia de restos orgánicos y el rango de pH que favorecen el crecimiento de los hongos en algunos de los espacios públicos muestreados. Los interesados en convivir con animales de compañía deben asumir un compromiso para proporcionar y mantener hábitos de promoción y prevención en salud, bienestar animal y medio ambiente. El conocimiento de las especies causantes de dermatofitosis proporciona una comprensión más clara de los factores de riesgo para las infecciones fúngicas superficiales zoonóticas, así como tendencias epidemiológicas futuras.
Dermatophytes are the etiological agents of dermatophytosis, particularly affecting populations with frequent exposure to animals, contaminated soil, or shared environments. Due to their high transmissibility and zoonotic potential, they represent an important public health concern. The objective of this study was to detect the presence of dermatophytes in public spaces commonly shared by humans and animals, such as squares and parks in the city of La Plata, Argentina. A total of 72 soil samples were collected. Fungal identification was performed based on macromorphological and micromorphological characteristics, and the pH of each sample was also determined. Of the ten sampled public sites, seven tested positives for dermatophytes. This finding confirmed the presence of organic matter and identified the pH range favorable for fungal growth in several of the sampled areas. Individuals who choose to live with companion animals must commit to ensuring animal health and welfare, as well as implementing environmental hygiene and preventive practices. Identifying the species responsible for dermatophytosis provides valuable insight into the risk factors associated with zoonotic superficial mycoses and supports future epidemiological surveillance efforts.
Dermatophytes are the etiological agents of dermatophytosis, particularly affecting populations with frequent exposure to animals, contaminated soil, or shared environments. Due to their high transmissibility and zoonotic potential, they represent an important public health concern. The objective of this study was to detect the presence of dermatophytes in public spaces commonly shared by humans and animals, such as squares and parks in the city of La Plata, Argentina. A total of 72 soil samples were collected. Fungal identification was performed based on macromorphological and micromorphological characteristics, and the pH of each sample was also determined. Of the ten sampled public sites, seven tested positives for dermatophytes. This finding confirmed the presence of organic matter and identified the pH range favorable for fungal growth in several of the sampled areas. Individuals who choose to live with companion animals must commit to ensuring animal health and welfare, as well as implementing environmental hygiene and preventive practices. Identifying the species responsible for dermatophytosis provides valuable insight into the risk factors associated with zoonotic superficial mycoses and supports future epidemiological surveillance efforts.
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