Risk associated with water contaminated with listeria monocytogenes and used for irrigation of sprouts

Gomes, Joana; Barbosa, Joana; Teixeira, Paula

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Gomes, Joana

Barbosa, Joana

Teixeira, Paula

Abstract(s)

Listeria monocytogenes is a foodborne pathogen that has been associated with outbreaks of listeriosis caused by the consumption of contaminated vegetables 1 Once in contact with plant tissue, the bacteria can adhere and persist for a significant period of time Moreover, the quantity of cells can influence their dissemination and survival within plants 2.