Title: Prevalence and Treatment Practices of Parafilaria bovicola in Raya-Kobo District, Northeastern Ethiopia
Abstract:Cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the prevalence and treatment practices of Parafilaria bovicola in Raya-Kobo district, Northeastern, Ethiopia. A questionnaire was distributed for 200 f...Cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the prevalence and treatment practices of Parafilaria bovicola in Raya-Kobo district, Northeastern, Ethiopia. A questionnaire was distributed for 200 farmers and examination of 480 blood samples collected from subcutaneous nodules and cutaneous bleeding points were carried out. Parafilariasis (locally called Nesir or Mergem) was known by 82.50% of respondents and they practice different techniques for the treatment of the problem however, highest numbers of farmers (60.50%) were using Ivermectin. An overall prevalence of 20.42% was recorded. Prevalence was 22.89 % in male and 16.84% in female animals, 22.92% in animals kept in low altitude and 17.92% in mid altitude areas, 22.55% in extensive and 8.33% in intensive farming system. Prevalence of 26.57, 14.40 and 5.80% was also recorded in animals greater or equal to five, between two and five and less than or equal to two years of age, respectively. Prevalence of 25.60, 21.82, 20.69, 19.77 and 14.62% was recorded in predominantly red, white, brown, gray and black coloured animals, respectively. Prevalence of 35.56, 14.52, 13.04 and 4.65% was recorded in lactating, dry and pregnant cows and young females, respectively. Statistically significant difference (P<0.05) was observed among age groups, management systems and physiological status of the female animals. In conclusion, P. bovicola was prevalent parasite in the study area; therefore, emphasis should be given for its prevention and control.Read More
Publication Year: 2013
Publication Date: 2013-01-01
Language: en
Type: article
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