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Methodology of the biological risk classification of animal pathogens in Belgium
Van Vaerenbergh, B.; Koenen, Frank; Pauwels, K. et al.
2010In Revue Scientifique et Technique. Office International des Epizooties, 29 (3), p. 513-522
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Keywords :
pathogen; biological risk
Abstract :
[en] The biological hazards posed by micro-organisms have lead to their categorisation into risk groups and the elaboration of classification lists. Current classification systems rely on criteria defined by the World Health Organization, considering the severity of the disease the micro-organism might cause, its ability to spread and the availability of prophylaxis or efficient treatment. Animal pathogens are classified according to the definitions of the World Organization of Animal Health whereby also economic aspects are considered. In Europe, classification is often directly linked to containment measures. The Belgian classification however, considers only the inherent characteristics of the micro-organism, not its use, making it independent of containment measures. Also a common list for human and animal pathogens is elaborated, allowing a comprehensive approach. Evolution of scientific knowledge requires regular updating of classification lists. This paper describes the particularities of the Belgian classification and the methodology that was used for its peer-reviewed revision, hereby focusing on animal pathogens.
Disciplines :
Veterinary medicine & animal health
Author, co-author :
Van Vaerenbergh, B.
Koenen, Frank
Pauwels, K.
Quanten, F.
Boyen, F.
Declercq, Kris
Desmecht, Daniel ;  Université de Liège - ULiège > Département de morphologie et pathologie > Pathologie spéciale et autopsies
Thiry, Julien ;  Université de Liège - ULiège > Département des maladies infectieuses et parasitaires > Virologie, épidémiologie et pathologie des maladies virales
Herman, P.
Language :
English
Title :
Methodology of the biological risk classification of animal pathogens in Belgium
Publication date :
December 2010
Journal title :
Revue Scientifique et Technique. Office International des Epizooties
ISSN :
0253-1933
eISSN :
1608-0637
Publisher :
Office International des Epizooties (OIE), Paris, France
Volume :
29
Issue :
3
Pages :
513-522
Peer reviewed :
Peer Reviewed verified by ORBi
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