scholarly journals Risk factors associated with lameness and hoof lesions in pasture-based dairy cattle systems in southeast Brazil

2019 ◽  
Vol 102 (11) ◽  
pp. 10369-10378 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tiago F. Moreira ◽  
Rafael R. Nicolino ◽  
Rodrigo M. Meneses ◽  
Guilherme V. Fonseca ◽  
Letícia M. Rodrigues ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Southeast Brazil ◽  
Hoof Lesions ◽  
Cattle Systems

scholarly journals Seroprevalence and risk factors associated with infection by Neospora caninum of dairy cattle in the state of Alagoas, Brazil

2012 ◽  
Vol 32 (10) ◽  
pp. 1009-1013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria E. Sousa ◽  
J.N. Porto Wagnner ◽  
Pedro P.F. Albuquerque ◽  
Orestes L. Souza Neto ◽  
Eduardo B. Faria ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Indirect Immunofluorescence ◽  
Neospora Caninum ◽  
Infection Risk ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Risk Indicators ◽  
Blood Samples ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Serological Investigation

The objective of this study was to investigate the prevalence of anti-Neospora caninum antibodies in cattle from milk producing farms of the microregion of Batalha, state of Alagoas, Brazil, as well as to identify the risk factors associated with the infection. Blood samples were collected from 1,004 cattle of 17 farms for the serological investigation regarding the presence of anti-N. caninum antibodies by the Indirect Immunofluorescence Reaction Technique (IMRT). From the total amount of samples analyzed, 77/1,004 (7.67%) were positive and 927/1,004 (92.33%) were negative. The logistical regression identified that cattle from farms without consortium breeding have an infection risk 6.33 (p<0.001; C.I. 2.89-13.10) times higher than cattle from farms with that type of breeding. Cattle from farms where the aborted fetuses are not adequately buried have an infection risk 3.04 (p<0.001; C.I. 1.64-5.63) times higher than cattle from farms with adequate destination of these fetuses. Infection by N. caninum occurs in cattle of the investigated region. The factors identified in our study can be used as risk indicators, so that control measures could be implemented to avoid infection by N. caninum in the herds of this region.

The prevalence of hock lesions in UK dairy cattle and the significance of risk factors associated with the development of the condition

2009 ◽  
Vol 2009 ◽  
pp. 95-95
Author(s):  
S Potterton ◽  
M Green ◽  
J Harris ◽  
K Millar ◽  
H Whay ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Clinical Mastitis ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Death Rates ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Cell Counts ◽  
East Midlands ◽  
Potential Risk Factors ◽  
The Uk

The term hock lesion describes incidences of hair loss, thickened skin, wounds, scabs, and swellings occurring over the tarsal joint. Hock lesions in dairy cattle are a widespread problem around the world. In the UK, a recent study found approximately 99% of examined cows had at least some callused area over a hock (Haskell et al., 2006). The presence of hock lesions is correlated with injuries of the teat, carpal joints and skin, as well as increases in mobility score, high somatic cell counts, a greater incidence of clinical mastitis, and higher culling and annual death rates. Differences in the prevalence and severity of hock lesions according to the lying surface and cubicle design have been identified. Cow-related factors and management variables have also been postulated as possible risk factors. Recognition of the condition and practical solutions aimed at resolving it have however, been limited. The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of hock lesions in lactating cattle on dairy farms in the East Midlands of the UK, and the significance of potential risk factors in the development of the lesions.

scholarly journals Risk factor analysis associated with Neospora caninum in dairy cattle in Western Brazilian Amazon

2021 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Poliana de Jesus Souza Venturoso ◽  
Osvaldo Juliatti Venturoso ◽  
Gisele Glomba Silva ◽  
Maerle Oliveira Maia ◽  
Rute Witter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Neospora Caninum ◽  
Fluorescent Antibody ◽  
Antibody Test ◽  
Serum Samples ◽  
Present Survey ◽  
Caninum Infection ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
And Control

Abstract Neospora caninum is considered to be one of the main causes of abortion among cattle. The present survey was conducted in the municipality of Rolim de Moura, Rondônia State, Brazil. A questionnaire that investigates the epidemiological aspects of neosporosis was used in the analysis of risk factors associated with the animal-level and herd-level prevalence in dairy cattle. A total of 416 bovine blood samples were collected from 30 farms, and N. caninum antibody levels were measured by Indirect Fluorescent Antibody Test (IFAT). Analysis of dairy cattle serum samples revealed the presence of anti-N. caninum antibodies to be 47.36% (n = 197). Risk factors associated with N. caninum infection were the management system and access locations of dogs. The results of the present survey indicated that infection of dairy cattle with N. caninum is widespread in the studied region of Western Amazon, which has implications for prevention and control of neosporosis in this region. Therefore, integrated control strategies and measures are recommended to prevent and control N. caninum infection in dairy cattle. In addition, direct contact between dairy cattle, dogs and wild animals, which can influence the epidemiology of neosporosis, should be investigated further.

scholarly journals Prevalence of trematodes and host risk factors associated with dairy cattle in Colombia

2021 ◽  
Vol 31 (2) ◽  
pp. 171
Author(s):  
R. B. Andrade ◽  
J. Forero ◽  
J. D. Ospina
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Fasciola Hepatica ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Factores De Riesgo ◽  
Paramphistomum Cervi

El estudio se llevó a cabo para establecer la prevalencia e identificar los factores de riesgo asociados con las infecciones por trematodes en ganado lechero de las tierras altas de Boyacá, Colombia. Las muestras fecales recogidas de 300 bovinos seleccionados al azar se examinaron utilizando una técnica de sedimentación simple para el recuento diferencial de huevos de trematodes. En el ganado estudiado fueron encontrados huevos de tres grupos de trematodes, a saber: Fasciola hepatica, Paramphistomum cervi y Cotylophoron cotylophorum. La prevalencia específica para estas tres especies fueron de 11,6%, 9,3% y 3,7% respectivamente. Se observó una superposición importante entre F. hepatica y P. cervi. La prevalencia de los tres trematodes identificados en este estudio se asoció significativamente (p&lt;0,05) con la condición corporal y la raza, mientras que la prevalencia de Fasciola sp y Paramphistomum sp fue asociada con la edad. La prevalencia de los tres principales trematodes de importancia para la salud animal y la alta tasa de infección mixta, junto al deterioro de la condición corporal, determinan una pérdida económica sustancial debida a la reducción de la productividad del ganado en el área estudiada.

scholarly journals Risk Factors Associated With the Incidence of Hoof Disorders in Crossbred Dairy Cattle under Field Conditions

2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (03) ◽  
pp. 2284-2292
Author(s):  
Rohit Kumar ◽  
Mukund A. Kataktalware ◽  
S. Senani ◽  
M. Sivaram ◽  
G. Letha Devi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Field Conditions ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Crossbred Dairy Cattle

scholarly journals Prevalence and risk factors associated with Giardia duodenalis infection in dairy cattle of Chitwan, Nepal

2018 ◽  
Vol 42 (1) ◽  
pp. 122-126 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. K. Mahato ◽  
D. K. Singh ◽  
H. B. Rana ◽  
K. P. Acharya
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Giardia Duodenalis ◽  
Factors Associated

scholarly journals SEROPREVALENCE AND RISK FACTORS ASSOCIATED WITH NEOSPORA CANINUM IN DAIRY CATTLE OF WESTERN DAIRY POCKET AREA IN CHITWAN DISTRICT OF NEPAL

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 215-220
Author(s):  
G. P. Yadav ◽  
S. Manadhar ◽  
A. K. Karna ◽  
K. P. Acharya ◽  
D. Maharjan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Dairy Cattle ◽  
Neospora Caninum ◽  
Elisa Test ◽  
P Value ◽  
Preventive Strategy ◽  
Base Line ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Test Kit

Dairy industry is growing in Nepaland western dairy pocket area is the main milk producing area in Chitwan district. This study was carried out to determine the seroprevalence and risk factors associated with N. caninum in western dairy pocket area in Chitwan district of Nepal. A cross-sectional study was conducted from April 2014 to July 2014 among the small holder dairy farms, and out of 2188 animals from different sampling villages, 186 (8.5%) animals were randomly selected. Individual blood samples (5-10 ml) were collected and screened for N. caninum antibodies by ELISA test kit. The study showed that apparent overall prevalence of N. caninum to be 4.84% and true prevalence, 4.07%. The prevalence varied from a low of 0% to a high of 13.16% in various VDCs. The prevalence rates among Holstein-Friesian cross and Jersey cross Cattle were 6.94% and 3.51% respectively. The seroprevalence of N. caninum was found to be 16.13% and 2.5% in animals with and without history of abortion respectively, showed statistically significant different (p value <0.05). Similarly, prevalence were 13.64% and 3.66% in animals with and without presence of dog respectively and 8.5%, 3.39% and 0% in the  animals of age group of 3-5 years, 1-3 years and above 5 years respectively, showed statistically non-significant association (p value <0.05). This study shows that N. caninum is associated with abortion in dairy cattle of Chitwan region. The study may contribute the base line data of N. caninum in Nepal for future preventive strategy for stake-holders and government.

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