First case of pulmonary tuberculosis caused by Mycobacterium pinnipedii in Spain: a case report and review of the literature
Fernández-Huerta M, Santamaría-Valencia C, Campos-Herrero MI, Pérez-Mendoza G, Herrera-León L, Bordes-Benítez A, Caminero JA
Diagnostic microbiology and infectious disease · 2026-03
Abstract
Usually associated with marine mammals, Mycobacterium pinnipedii infection in humans may occur, primarily among animal keepers. We describe a human tuberculosis case caused by M. pinnipedii in a veterinary scientist in Spain, secondary to a contact with an infected sea-lion. Surveillance of zoonotic tuberculosis is critical for informing global control strategies.
MeSH terms
- Animals
- Humans
- Mycobacterium
- Tuberculosis, Pulmonary
- Zoonoses
- Antitubercular Agents
- Spain
- Male