Epidemiological analysis of anaplasmosis in cattle from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan.
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
Pakistan
anaplasmosis
biotic risk factors
cattle
spatiotemporal variation
Journal
Veterinary world
ISSN: 0972-8988
Titre abrégé: Vet World
Pays: India
ID NLM: 101504872
Informations de publication
Date de publication:
Nov 2023
Nov 2023
Historique:
received:
24
08
2023
accepted:
16
10
2023
medline:
28
12
2023
pubmed:
28
12
2023
entrez:
28
12
2023
Statut:
ppublish
Résumé
Anaplasmosis, a tick-borne disease affecting livestock caused by the bacteria This study used 197 cattle exhibiting clinical symptoms of anaplasmosis in natural settings. Microscopic examination was used to estimate the prevalence. Potential risk factors, such as sampling regions and months, gender, breed, and age were studied. The study revealed an overall anaplasmosis prevalence of 19.79%. Bannu district exhibited a higher occurrence at 22.10%, compared to Lakki Marwat district at 17.64%. Young cattle (<2 years) demonstrated a notably higher incidence of anaplasmosis (26.78%) compared to adults (>5 years), which had a prevalence of 12.35% (p < 0.05). Female cattle (22.36%) were more susceptible than male cattle (11.11%). Prevalence peaked in June (45.71%) and was lowest in February (3.57%). Crossbred cattle had a higher prevalence (23.52%) than purebred cattle (11.47%). Anaplasmosis can be effectively controlled using a comprehensive approach encompassing selective breeding for resilience, targeted care of young calves and females, effective tick control during warmer months, consistent use of insecticides, and proactive risk factor management. Raising awareness among farmers through diverse channels, including media, is pivotal to bolster tick-borne disease management strategies.
Sections du résumé
Background and Aim
UNASSIGNED
Anaplasmosis, a tick-borne disease affecting livestock caused by the bacteria
Materials and Methods
UNASSIGNED
This study used 197 cattle exhibiting clinical symptoms of anaplasmosis in natural settings. Microscopic examination was used to estimate the prevalence. Potential risk factors, such as sampling regions and months, gender, breed, and age were studied.
Results
UNASSIGNED
The study revealed an overall anaplasmosis prevalence of 19.79%. Bannu district exhibited a higher occurrence at 22.10%, compared to Lakki Marwat district at 17.64%. Young cattle (<2 years) demonstrated a notably higher incidence of anaplasmosis (26.78%) compared to adults (>5 years), which had a prevalence of 12.35% (p < 0.05). Female cattle (22.36%) were more susceptible than male cattle (11.11%). Prevalence peaked in June (45.71%) and was lowest in February (3.57%). Crossbred cattle had a higher prevalence (23.52%) than purebred cattle (11.47%).
Conclusion
UNASSIGNED
Anaplasmosis can be effectively controlled using a comprehensive approach encompassing selective breeding for resilience, targeted care of young calves and females, effective tick control during warmer months, consistent use of insecticides, and proactive risk factor management. Raising awareness among farmers through diverse channels, including media, is pivotal to bolster tick-borne disease management strategies.
Identifiants
pubmed: 38152261
doi: 10.14202/vetworld.2023.2287-2292
pii: Vetworld-16-2287
pmc: PMC10750754
doi:
Types de publication
Journal Article
Langues
eng
Pagination
2287-2292Informations de copyright
Copyright: © Badshah, et al.
Déclaration de conflit d'intérêts
The authors declare that they have no competing interests.