Journal of Bacteriology & Parasitology

Zelalem Yitayew

Publications

• Research Article
  Ovine Lung Worm Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors in Merhabete District, North Shoa, Ethiopia
  Author(s): Niguagus leben, Wassie Molla, Tesfaye Bejiga, Zelalem Yitayew and Taye SolomonNiguagus leben, Wassie Molla, Tesfaye Bejiga, Zelalem Yitayew and Taye Solomon
  
  A cross sectional study was carried out from October to December 2011 with the objectives of determining the prevalence of ovine lungworms and assessing the associated potential risk factors in Merhabete district, North Shoa Administrative Zone, Amhara National Regional State. A total of 384 faecal samples were collected from randomly selected sheep for the examination of first stage larvae using modified Beermann technique. Of these 52.34% were found positive for lungworm infection. The lungworm parasites identified were include D. filarial, M. capillaries and mixed infection with prevalence of 35.42%, 7.55% and 9.37%, respectively. Among the potential risk factors assessed in the present study clinical signs, body condition and agro-climate were found to have significant association and play important role in the occurrence of lungworm infection. The prevalence was higher in animals.. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-9597.1000298

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