Veterinary Science & Technology

Berihu Haftu

Publications

• Research Article
  Study on Prevalence and Economic Significance of Bovine Hydatidosis in Bako Muncipal Abattoir, West Shoa Zone, Oromiya Regional State
  Author(s): Berihu Haftu and Toffik KebedeBerihu Haftu and Toffik Kebede
  
  A cross-sectional study aimed at determining the prevalence and cyst characteristics and estimating the financial loss due to cystic echinococcosis (hydatidosis) in cattle slaughtered at Bako municipal abattoir was conducted from November 2011 to April 2012. Out of 246 cattle examined, 29 (11.88%) were found to harbor visible hydatid cysts. Significantly higher infection was detected in cattle’s with poor body conditions (P<0.05) than animals with medium and good body condition score. No significant variation was observed with regard to sex of animals. Regarding organ distribution, infections of the lung, liver, kidney, and spleen and heart were 47.2%, 38.88%, 8.33%, and 2.77% respectively. Of the total 36 hydatid cysts counted, 17(47%), 14 (38.88%), and 5 (13.88%) were found to be small-sized, medium-sized, and large-sized, respectively. Likewise.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2157-7579.1000197

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