Research Article
Sero- Epidemiological Survey on Contagious Caprine Pleuropneumonia (CCPP) in the Pastural Area of Borana Zone, South West Oromia, Ethiopia
Teferi Benti Moti*,
Abdela Bulbula,
Getachew Kinfe,
Shubisa Abera
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 4, August 2024
Pages:
51-56
Received:
17 October 2024
Accepted:
9 November 2024
Published:
29 November 2024
Abstract: Contagious caprine pleuro-pneumonia, or CCPP, is a highly contagious respiratory disease of goats that is considered one of the most severe diseases for this species. Infected animals become very sick, and most will die. The bacteria Mycoplasma capricolum subspecies capripneumoniae causes the disease. A cross-sectional study was conducted in four districts (Yabello, Elwaye, Dubuluk, and Moyale) between September 2022 and November 2023 G. C. The goal was likely to be to assess the prevalence and distribution of CCPP in this important livestock-rearing region. Sero-epidemiological surveys involve testing blood samples using competitive enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (cELISA) to detect the presence of antibodies against Mycoplasma capricolum, subsp. Capripneumoniae, which indicates prior exposure and infection. Goats that are infected usually show signs including a high fever, coughing, dyspnea, and nasal discharge. The most popular techniques for diagnosis are bacterial isolation from clinical samples, such as lung tissues or nasal swabs, polymerase chain reaction (PCR) tests, and the serological method. A multi-phase random sampling technique was employed, and 1007 samples from non-immunized goats were collected. The overall seroprevalence of CCPP was 39% (393/1007) at the individual animal levels. A multivariable logistic regression analysis revealed that there was no significant correlation between sero-positivity by age category or sex, with odd ratios of OR (95% CI) 0.6 (0.6–9) and 1.3 (.7–2.3), respectively. This type of survey can provide insights into the overall disease burden and dynamics within a population. A study of this nature in the Borana pastoral area would be valuable for understanding the CCPP situation and informing disease control efforts in that region. Pastoralist communities heavily dependent on goat production would be greatly impacted by outbreaks of this economically-important livestock disease. The disease can be effectively reduced by a variety of control methods, including immunization, restricted movement, quarantine, and culling of sick animals.
Abstract: Contagious caprine pleuro-pneumonia, or CCPP, is a highly contagious respiratory disease of goats that is considered one of the most severe diseases for this species. Infected animals become very sick, and most will die. The bacteria Mycoplasma capricolum subspecies capripneumoniae causes the disease. A cross-sectional study was conducted in four d...
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Research Article
Food Safety, Isolation and Antibiogram Escherichia Coli Along Beef Value Chain in Chelenko Town, Eastern Ethiopia
Issue:
Volume 10, Issue 4, August 2024
Pages:
57-71
Received:
27 September 2024
Accepted:
22 October 2024
Published:
29 November 2024
Abstract: Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a common bacterium that can cause significant diseases in both humans and animals. The growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses serious risks to public health and food safety, contributing to treatment failures, increased morbidity, and rising healthcare costs. This study, conducted in Chelenko town, Ethiopia, aimed to isolate E. coli and assess its antimicrobial resistance along the beef value chain. The cross-sectional study, carried out from March to September 2022, sought to isolate and identify E. coli in beef samples and evaluate the hygienic practices in abattoirs and butcher shops within Chelenko town, East Hararghe zone, Oromia State, Ethiopia. A total of 384 samples were collected, including 78 beef meat samples, 36 feces samples, 36 water samples, and 234 swab samples from abattoir and butcher staff. Additionally, semi-structured interviews and site observations were used to assess hygienic practices. E. coli was detected in 33 (8.6%) of the total samples, with 16 (7.41%) positive samples originating from abattoirs and 17 (10.12%) from butcher shops. In abattoirs, E. coli was isolated from 2.8% of meat, 2.8% of hand swabs, 2.8% of knife swabs, 19.44% of feces, and 2.8% of water samples. In butcher shops, it was detected in 21.4% of meat, 2.4% of hand swabs, 2.4% of knife swabs, and 11.9% of feces samples. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing revealed high resistance levels, with 97% of isolates resistant to Enrofloxacin, 78.8% to Oxytetracycline and Streptomycin, 72.8% to Tetracycline, and 63.6% to Gentamycin. All E. coli isolates showed complete resistance to Amoxicillin. The study also highlighted poor hygiene practices in both abattoirs and butcher shops, emphasizing the urgent need for improved food safety training and infrastructure to ensure better hygiene in the beef supply chain.
Abstract: Escherichia coli (E. coli) is a common bacterium that can cause significant diseases in both humans and animals. The growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses serious risks to public health and food safety, contributing to treatment failures, increased morbidity, and rising healthcare costs. This study, conducted in Chelenko town, Ethi...
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Bayan Ahmed Mumed
