Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites of cattle in Greece

In this study, 600 faecal samples, collected from cattle of various parts of Greece, were examined with two different parasitological methods (sedimentation and flotation). The prevalence of the infection with one or more parasitic species was 53.5%. The animals were found to be infected with the following parasitic species: Entamoeba bovis (0.5%), Eimeria spp. (11.83%), Buxtonella sulcata (7.5%), Dicrocoelium dendriticum (4.5%), Fasciola hepatica (0.16%), Paramphistomum cervi (4.66%), Moniezia benedeni (1.83%), Strongyloidea (41.66%), Neoascaris vitulorum (3.33%) and Trichuris spp. (0.83%). The results are compared to those from similar studies in Greece or abroad. Suggestions for the prevention and control of cattle parasites are discussed.

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A description of village chicken production systems and prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites: Case studies in Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal provinces of South Africa

Onderstepoort Journal of Veterinary Research ◽

10.4102/ojvr.v83i1.968 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 83 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 7

Author(s):

Dikeledi P. Malatji ◽

Anna M. Tsotetsi ◽

Este Van Marle-Koster ◽

Farai C. Muchadeyi

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Control Strategies ◽

Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽

Village Chicken ◽

Village Chickens ◽

Faecal Samples ◽

Eimeria Spp ◽

Kwazulu Natal ◽

And Control ◽

The Village

The majority of rural households in developing countries own village chickens that are reared under traditional scavenging systems with few inputs and exposure to various parasitic infestations. Understanding of the village chicken farming system and its influence on helminth infestation is a prerequisite for optimal prevention and control strategies. This study investigated the village chicken production system and associated gastrointestinal parasites in 87 households from Limpopo (n = 39) and KwaZulu-Natal (n = 48) provinces of South Africa. A total of 191 village chicken faecal samples and 145 intestines were collected to determine the prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites in villages of Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal provinces, respectively. The faecal floatation analysis of samples from Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal provinces indicated infestations by Ascaridia galli (18.77%), Heterakis gallinarum (15.56%) and Capillaria spp. (4.00%); tapeworms Choanotaenia infundibulum (2.10%) and Raillietina cesticillus (6.00%) and Eimeria spp. (29.46%). Mixed infestations were observed in five (4.90%) samples from Limpopo province and in only four (4.49%) from KwaZulu-Natal province, of which 1.12% were a mixture of C. infundibulum and Eimeria spp. and 3.37% a combination of H. gallinarum and Eimeria spp. In Limpopo, 2.94% of the chickens were positive for H. gallinarum and Eimeria spp., whilst 0.98% had A. galli and Capillaria spp. infestations. Further investigation is needed to understand the impact of gastrointestinal parasites on village chicken health and production and develop appropriate intervention and control strategies feasible for smallholder farmers.Keywords: Helminthes; Village chickens; Smallholder farming systems; Faecal samples

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Presence of endoparasites in the Greek buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) from Northern Greece

Journal of the Hellenic Veterinary Medical Society ◽

10.12681/jhvms.18019 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 69 (2) ◽

pp. 999 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

A. FOUNTA ◽

E. PAPADOPOULOS ◽

S. CHLIOUNAKIS ◽

V. A. BAMPIDIS ◽

M. PAPAZAHARIADOU

Keyword(s):

Fasciola Hepatica ◽

Bubalus Bubalis ◽

Gastrointestinal Nematodes ◽

Parasitic Infections ◽

Northern Greece ◽

Toxocara Vitulorum ◽

Faecal Samples ◽

Eimeria Spp ◽

Paramphistomum Cervi ◽

Lake Kerkini

This study was conducted in order to determine the presence of parasitic infections of the Greek buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) in the Prefecture of Serres, Northern Greece. During the period from February to October 2014, faecal samples from 110 buffaloes of the Greek buffalo breed (Bubalus bubalis), from 9 farms located in proximity to Lake Kerkini, in the Prefecture of Serres, Northern Greece, were examined, in order to find reproductive elements of parasites. Out of 110 faecal samples examined, 102 (92.73%) were found infected with reproductive elements (eggs, larvae, cysts and oocysts) of parasites. Specifically, the parasites found were: Eimeria spp. (40%), Entamoeba bovis (16.36%), Paramphistomum cervi (10%), Fasciola hepatica (16.36%), Dicrocoelium dendriticum (28.18%), Moniezia benedeni (27.27%), Toxocara vitulorum (11.82%), Strongylida (gastrointestinal nematodes) (31.82%) and lungworms (28.18%). The present study appears to be the first report of the detection of lungworms in buffaloes, in Greece.

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Gastrointestinal parasites as a possible threat to an endangered autochthonous Portuguese sheep breed

Journal of Helminthology ◽

10.1017/s0022149x19000968 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 94 ◽

Author(s):

Z.M. Ruano ◽

A. Cortinhas ◽

N. Carolino ◽

J. Gomes ◽

M. Costa ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Fasciola Hepatica ◽

Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽

Sheep Breed ◽

Parasitic Infections ◽

Factors Affecting ◽

Feed Management ◽

Faecal Samples ◽

High Prevalence ◽

Protozoan Infections ◽

Mcmaster Method

Abstract Helminth and protozoan infections are responsible for important diseases in grazing sheep, which can be especially threatening in an autochthonous breed at risk of extinction like the Churra Galega Mirandesa Portuguese sheep breed. The aim of the present study was to determine the diversity, prevalence and burden of gastrointestinal parasites in these sheep and to assess the effects of deworming practices, cohabiting animals on the farm and feed management. Coprological qualitative and quantitative analysis (flotation, natural sedimentation and McMaster method) were used to identify and quantify gastrointestinal parasites and a questionnaire was designed and applied. A total of 512 faecal samples were collected from 49 flocks, and 49 replies to the questionnaire were received. Parasites were identified in 100% of the flocks, and in 97% of the samples. The genera or species that have been morphologically identified were: strongyle-type, Nematodirus spp., Skrjabinema spp., Moniezia expansa, Moniezia benedeni, Trichuris spp., Capillaria spp., Eimeria spp., Dicrocoelium spp. and Fasciola hepatica. This is the first report in Portugal of Skrjabinema spp. The burden of parasites’ oocysts and eggs per gram in faecal samples ranged, respectively, from 50 to 17,550 for Eimeria spp., and from 50 to 6250 for strongyle-type eggs. Factors affecting parasitic infections were evaluated using a multivariate logistic regression. Grazing time and a lack of anthelmintic treatment were positively associated with Nematodirus spp. infection. This study showed that there is a high prevalence and diversity of gastrointestinal parasites in the Churra Galega Mirandesa sheep breed.

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Cystic echinococcosis in animals and humans of Maharashtra State, India

Acta Parasitologica ◽

10.1515/ap-2018-0027 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 63 (2) ◽

pp. 232-243 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

V.M. Vaidya ◽

R.J. Zende ◽

A.M. Paturkar ◽

M.L. Gatne ◽

D.G. Dighe ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Public Health ◽

Cystic Echinococcosis ◽

Prevention And Control ◽

Public Health Authority ◽

Economic Losses ◽

Animal Population ◽

Pcr Assay ◽

Faecal Samples ◽

And Control ◽

Sera Samples

AbstractEchinococcosis/hydatidosis which is a neglected parasitic zoonosis in the developing country like India. The study was conducted during April, 2010 to March, 2017 to determine the prevalence among slaughtered food animals, dogs and human. The samples were collected from the various slaughterhouses situated in different regions of Maharashtra state. A total of 9464 cattle (male), 3661 buffalo, 47189 sheep, 33350 goats and 13579 pigs were scientifically examined during PM inspection at different slaughterhouses. The study revealed that the prevalence of disease in cattle (3.00%) was highest followed by buffalo (2.05%), pig (1.28%), sheep (0.09%) and goat (0.01%), by PM examination. The average estimated economic losses (direct and indirect) due to hydatidosis were Rs. 8,65,83,566 in cattle, Rs. 44,33,93,900 in buffalo, Rs. 7,24,50,615 in sheep, Rs. 1,88,29,359 in goat and Rs. 5,20,49,081 in pigs. Dog faecal samples analyzed and showed the prevalence of echinococcosis as 4.34% (19/438) by sedimentation method and positive samples were confirmed by PCR assay, whereas in high risk human, 11.09% sera samples were found to be positive for echinococcosis. However, based on data collection for seven years, 58 patients were found to be surgically operated for hydatid cyst removal. The results of the present study indicated that cystic echinococcosis/hydatidosis is prevalent in both human and animal population in study areas which attracts serious attention from veterinary and public health authority to reduce economic burden and in designing appropriate strategy for prevention and control of disease.

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Prevalence and diversity of gastrointestinal protozoa in Madura cattle at Bangkalan Regency, East Java, Indonesia

Veterinary World ◽

10.14202/vetworld.2019.198-204 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 12 (2) ◽

pp. 198-204 ◽

Cited By ~ 4

Author(s):

Poedji Hastutiek ◽

Wiwik Misaco Yuniarti ◽

Mufasirin Djaeri ◽

Nunuk Dyah Retno Lastuti ◽

Endang Suprihati ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Prevention And Control ◽

Control Measures ◽

Cryptosporidium Spp ◽

Protozoan Infection ◽

Eimeria Spp ◽

Blastocystis Spp ◽

Protozoan Infections ◽

Prevention And Control Measures ◽

And Control

Aim: This study aimed to describe the gastrointestinal protozoa in Madura cattle at Bangkalan Regency, East Java, Indonesia. Materials and Methods: A total of 500 samples of Madura cattle feces were collected from 10 districts at Bangkalan Regency. Those ten districts represent the lowland and upland areas, and each district was represented by one village. The collected feces were examined using native, sedimentation, and floating methods. The species identification was determined by their morphology. Results: There were 357 (71.4%) samples positively infected with protozoan. The highest rate of sample with protozoan infection was at Kamal District (88.23%), and Bangkalan District (52.83%) was the lowest one. There were six species of protozoa that infected gastrointestinal tract; those are Eimeria spp., Balantidium spp., Isospora spp., Blastocystis spp., Entamoeba spp., and Cryptosporidium spp. The highest number of protozoa found in this research was Eimeria (53.42%) followed by Blastocystis (14.43%). In this study, we found that 295 samples (58.76%) infected by one kind of protozoa, 53 samples (10.56%) infected by two kinds of protozoa, and 11 samples (2.19%) infected by three kinds of protozoa. In addition, there were 65.54% of bulls infected with protozoa, considerably lower than cows (72.97%). Cattle aged 6 months-2 years old (73.39%) and >2 years old (71.25%) are known more prone to protozoan infections than cattle aged <6 months (66.15%). Conclusion: The present study revealed that protozoan infection of cattle is common in Bangkalan Regency. Studies focused on determining that the prevalence of protozoan, risk factors for the parasitism, and the geographic distribution are needed and will be effective guide for prevention and control measures.

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Gastrointestinal nematodes and Fasciola hepatica in Norwegian cattle herds: a questionnaire to investigate farmers’ perceptions and control strategies

Acta Veterinaria Scandinavica ◽

10.1186/s13028-021-00618-7 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 63 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Tonje Opsal ◽

Ingrid Toftaker ◽

Ane Nødtvedt ◽

Lucy Jane Robertson ◽

Kristoffer Relling Tysnes ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Fasciola Hepatica ◽

Production Systems ◽

Control Strategies ◽

Management Strategies ◽

Gastrointestinal Nematodes ◽

Pasture Management ◽

Concurrent Use ◽

Faecal Samples ◽

Cattle Herds ◽

And Control

Abstract Background Pasture management influences the prevalence and impact of the pasture parasites (PP) in cattle herds, which cause production-limiting disease worldwide. Evaluating farmer management strategies is vital when considering sustainable PP control practices. The aim of this questionnaire-based study was to describe the pasture management and control strategies regarding PP in Norwegian beef cattle (BC) and dairy cattle (DC) production systems with a focus on gastrointestinal nematodes (GIN) and Fasciola hepatica. Results A total of 745 responses from BC (return rate 20.5%) and 1347 responses from DC farmers (30.7%) were included. The mean total pasture time for DC was 4.2 months for first-season grazers and 4.3 months for second-season grazers and cows, while the corresponding finding in BC was 5.4 months. Home pasture was used for most of the pasture period, particularly for first-season grazer dairy heifers (81%), which were also commonly grazed on the same pasture every year (79%). For most farmers it was necessary for grazing areas to be used for cattle for more than one season (77% of BC farmers and 89% of DC farmers). However, changing the pasture during the season was common in both DC (67%) and BC (70%) herds. The majority of DC farmers (60%) stated that they did not consider that they had a problem with PP. Of the remaining 40%, few respondents could specify whether their herds had a problem due to infection by GIN (11%) or liver flukes (12%). Treatment for GIN was performed by 52% of DC and 34% of BC farmers. Diagnostic faecal samples were collected upon suspicion of parasitic disease by 5% of DC and 16% of BC farmers. Veterinarians were stated as a central source of information about parasite management and treatment. Conclusions Potential risks for exposure to PP were identified, such as use of the same pasture every year for first-season grazers and frequent use of home pasture. The perception of problems related to PP appeared low. Regular anthelmintic treatment without concurrent use of diagnostic faecal samples seems to be common practice.

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Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites in cattle in Kalasin Province, Thailand

Veterinary World ◽

10.14202/vetworld.2021.2091-2096 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 2091-2096

Author(s):

Sirikanda Thanasuwan ◽

Supawadee Piratae ◽

Anupong Tankrathok

Keyword(s):

Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽

Parasitic Infections ◽

Intermediate Hosts ◽

Double Infection ◽

Fecal Samples ◽

Acetate Concentration ◽

Eimeria Spp ◽

Fasciola Spp ◽

And Control ◽

Concentration Methods

Background and Aim: Parasitic infections are one of the major problems to the production of cattle in Thailand. The study was conducted to determine the prevalence of gastrointestinal (GI) parasites of cattle in Kalasin Province, Thailand. Materials and Methods: A total of 333 fecal samples of cattle were collected directly from the rectum. The fecal samples were subjected to formalin-ethyl acetate concentration methods for examination. The eggs or oocysts were identified based on the morphology and size of the eggs or oocysts. Results: Out of 333 fecal samples examined, 320 were found positive for GI parasitic infections with a prevalence of 96.09%. Overall, among the prevalence of nematodes, trematodes, and protozoa, the most prevalent parasites were Strongyle-type 278 (84.24%), followed by Strongyloides spp. 54 (16.36%) and Trichuris spp. 75 (22.73%), while Protozoan oocyst recorded Eimeria spp. amounted to 131 (39.7%). Fasciola spp. and Paramphistomum spp. were 67 (20.30%) and 81 (24.55%), respectively. Most of the positive fecal samples were infected with the double infection which has the highest prevalence rate of about 40.24%, followed by single, three, and 4-5 types of parasites 30.63, 16.82, and 7.21%, respectively. Conclusion: This study suggests that Kalasin Province is highly endemic for GI parasites and this area may be an important source for an outbreak. Therefore, every household should deworm its cattle and eliminate and control snails as intermediate hosts. Findings from this study provide information that will assist in improving the cattle in Kalasin Province for better production and higher profitability.

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Zoonotic Gastrointestinal Parasites of Baboons (Papio anubis) in the Shai Hill Reserve in Ghana

BioMed Research International ◽

10.1155/2020/1083251 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 2020 ◽

pp. 1-6

Author(s):

John Asiedu Larbi ◽

Stephen Akyeampong ◽

Amina Abubakari ◽

Seth Offei Addo ◽

Dinah Okoto ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Intestinal Parasites ◽

Parasitic Infection ◽

Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽

Papio Anubis ◽

Concentration Technique ◽

Faecal Samples ◽

Parasite Infections ◽

Medical Importance ◽

High Level ◽

And Control

Several intestinal parasites of baboons are of zoonotic importance, especially where there is considerable interaction between the baboons and humans. The identification of gastrointestinal parasite infections of baboons (Papio anubis) was undertaken at the Shai Hills Reserve Resort, Ghana. A total of 51 faecal samples were collected randomly from individual baboons (51) and examined for cysts, eggs, and larvae of parasites of medical importance, using the direct saline smear and formol-ether concentration technique. The baboons were in 7 troops and were grouped into juveniles, subadults, and adults. The survey showed that 92% of the baboon samples examined were infected with at least one or more parasite(s) of medical importance. Hookworm had the highest prevalence of 38.39% followed by Ascaris lumbricoides (22.32%), whilst Diphyllobotrium latum recorded the lowest prevalence of 0.89%. Adults had the highest prevalence of A. lumbricoides (35.42%). Hookworm (47.92%) occurred most in the juveniles. This is the first report of intestinal parasitic infection in baboons within the Shai Hills Reserve. The results showed a high level of multiparasitism in the nonhuman primates, thus the need for possible interventions to maintain ecosystem health and control the infections as they may be a potential source of transmission to humans.

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Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites in cattle and sheep in three municipalities in the Colombian Northeastern Mountain

Veterinary World ◽

10.14202/vetworld.2019.48-54 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 12 (1) ◽

pp. 48-54 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Juan Carlos Pinilla Leon ◽

Nelson Uribe Delgado ◽

Angel Alberto Florez

Keyword(s):

Fasciola Hepatica ◽

Parasitic Infection ◽

Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽

Age Group ◽

Statistical Association ◽

Fecal Samples ◽

Eimeria Spp ◽

The Difference ◽

The Impact ◽

Cattle And Sheep

Aim: The study was conducted to determine the prevalence of gastrointestinal (GI) parasites in cattle and sheep from three municipalities in the Colombian Northeastern Mountain. Materials and Methods: Overall, 200 fecal samples were collected directly from the rectum in cattle and sheep. The presence of helminths eggs and coccidial oocysts in fecal samples was detected using McMaster and Dennis techniques. Identification of eggs or oocysts was done on the basis of morphology and size of the eggs or oocysts. Results: The global prevalence of GI parasites was 56.3%. Regarding the prevalence by municipalities, there was no statistical association (p>0.05), indicating that the prevalence was similar in the three municipalities. The prevalence of parasitic infection was higher in sheep (63%) as compared to that of cattle (50.5%), but the difference was nonsignificant (p>0.05). The most prevalent parasites were Eimeria spp., Fasciola hepatica, and Strongylida order. Regarding the results for Eimeria spp., different degrees of positivity were observed, but there was no statistical association (p>0.05) with respect to the age group. Likewise, there was no statistical association (p>0.05) between the prevalence for Strongylida order and F. hepatica with respect to the age group. Conclusion: Cattle and sheep in Colombian Northeastern Mountain were infected with helminths and coccidia. The prevalence values of GI parasites were moderate in both species warranting treatment. The presence of F. hepatica represents a risk factor to health public. Future studies are required to evaluate the parasitic dynamics throughout the year and the impact on animal production.

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Occurrence of endoparasites in heifers imported to Poland from the Netherlands (Short Communication)

Archives Animal Breeding ◽

10.5194/aab-52-265-2009 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 52 (3) ◽

pp. 265-271

Author(s):

B. Pilarczyk ◽

A. Pilarczyk ◽

W. Kozak ◽

A. Ramisz

Keyword(s):

The Netherlands ◽

Species Composition ◽

Short Communication ◽

Fasciola Hepatica ◽

Morphological Characters ◽

Gastrointestinal Nematodes ◽

Gastrointestinal Parasites ◽

Faecal Samples ◽

The Mean ◽

Very High

Abstract. Prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites was studied in 106 heifers imported to Poland from the Netherlands. Prevalence of gastrointestinal nematodes and Eimeria protozoans was determined from coproscopic examinations using Willis-Schlaf flotation. The species composition of coccidia was determined from morphological characters and the time of oocyst sporulation. Fluke liver eggs were detected by decantation. The study showed the mean prevalence of Eimeria protozoans in the heifers imported from the Netherlands to Poland to be 17.92 %; the mean prevalences of Cryptosporidium sp. (11.32 %), gastrointestinal nematodes (55.66 %) and Fasciola hepatica (32.08 %), respectively. The following 6 coccidia species were isolated from faecal samples: E. bovis, E. aubernensis, E. ellipsoidalis, E. subspherica, E. zürni, and E. brasiliensis. The prevalence of gastrointestinal parasites in the cattle imported from the Netherlands to Poland was very high, therefore it is purposeful to mandatorily examine the imported cattle for the presence of those parasites.

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