Imported case of avian influenza A(H9N2) virus infection in a patient with miliary tuberculosis, Italy, March 2026 - PubMed
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- Avian influenza A(H9N2) virus infection confirmed in Italy in March 2026 in a patient with miliary tuberculosis.
- The patient had a recent travel history to West Africa, and the virus was detected as unsubtypable influenza A initially.
- Full genome sequencing and phylogenetic analysis showed the virus belonged to subclade G5.5, closely related to African strains.
- Epidemiological investigations found no evidence of onward transmission or additional cases at the time of reporting.
- The case highlights the importance of surveillance and pandemic preparedness for imported avian influenza infections.