Andrea Pizarro

University CES | CES · Facultad de Ciencias y Biotecnología

A Correction to this paper has been published: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-021-22494-5

Human and animal infections with bacteria of the genus Sarcina (family Clostridiaceae) are associated with gastric dilation and emphysematous gastritis. However, the potential roles of sarcinae as commensals or pathogens remain unclear. Here, we investigate a lethal disease of unknown etiology that affects sanctuary chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes ver...

This case reports the successful management of a traumatic diaphyseal femoral fracture in an infant Western chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes verus) from a rescue centre in Sierra Leone using a 2.4‐mm intramedullary pin and two 2.7‐mm String of Pearls™ locking plates. Locking plate use has not been previously described in chimpanzees.

The bushmeat and pet-trade result in unimaginable numbers of primates needing care at in-country sanctuaries.1 Natural social structure was ranked the most important attribute for welfare in chimpanzees under human care,2 but reproduction control is necessary to manage sanctuary populations.3 This study evaluated the reproductive health of sanctuar...

Laparoscopic umbilical hernia repair was performed in an adult female Western chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes verus) in a rescue centre in Sierra Leone. Biological mesh and laparoscopic spiral tacks via three 5 mm laparoscopy ports were used to close a 4 cm hernia. The chimpanzee recovered quickly and the hernia did not recur.