📋Overview
This condition is a zoonotic infection that may be transmitted to humans through the bites of infected arthropods, such as deerflies and ticks, or via direct contact with infected animals. The term historically emphasized the vector-borne transmission route of the pathogen, although the disease is more commonly classified as tularemia in contemporary clinical practice.
As a zoonotic disease, the bacterium persists in wildlife populations and can be transferred to humans through various environmental exposures. While the specific terminology focusing on deerflies is less frequent today, it remains a recognized descriptor for cases where the infection is acquired through the bites of these specific insects.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0041351Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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