Epidemiological study of bovine brucellosis in three senatorial zones of Bauchi State, Nigeria

Adamu, S.; Atsanda, Naphtali Nayamanda; Tijjani, Abdulnasir; Usur, A. M.; Sule, A.G.; Gulani, Isa Adamu

doi:10.14202/vetworld.2016.48-52

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“…The seroprevalence of bovine brucellosis as reported in this study was lower than the seroprevalence of bovine brucellosis reported in Yobe (34.0%), Adamawa (36.6%), and Bauchi state (5.4% and 3.9%) respectively [7]. Similarly, in southern Nigeria, Cadmus et al .…”

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“…Serological studies have shown that bovine brucellosis is a common problem in many grazing zone in Nigeria [7]. From reports, it was observed that there was variation in the prevalence of bovine brucellosis in many countries, the surveillance strategies adopted for the control and prevention of the disease is generally very poor.…”

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“…Purchase of infected animals as replacement cattle, interaction with wildlife, free movement of animals by nomads, change in climatic conditions, deforestation, and the system of animal production, regulatory issues and demographic factors were considered as likely factors that increase the spread of bovine brucellosis. Other factors include sharing of bulls between farmers, the practice of free range grazing and movement as a result of trade have greatly increased the risk of exposure to brucellosis in cattle [7]. …”

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“…Infection can also be transmitted via break in the integrity of the skin and mucous membrane [7]. In endemic areas, humans get infected with brucellosis through close contact with infected animals or after birth content of animals, consumption of unpasteurized milk or milk products obtained from either dairy cows, sheep or goats [8,9].…”

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“…Other factors reported to facilitate the occurrence of bovine brucellosis includes, season of the year, lactation, and pregnancy [7,12]. The occurrence of brucellosis in animals has been reported to be a factor limiting the growth and success of livestock in Nigeria [11].…”

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Seroprevalence of brucellosis among cattle slaughtered in three municipal abattoirs of Gombe state, Northeastern Nigeria

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Aim:A cross-sectional study was conducted to determine the seroprevalence of bovine brucellosis among cattle slaughtered at three municipal abattoirs of Gombe State, Nigeria.Materials and Methods:A total of 200 blood samples collected from slaughtered cattle of different breeds (Sokoto Gudali - 50, White Fulani - 102, Red bororo – 34, and Crossbreeds - 14), sex (males - 19 and females - 181), and from different locations (Billiri - 30, Yamaltu Deba – 50, and Gombe - 120) were screened for brucellosis using rose bengal plate test (RBPT), serum agglutination test (SAT), and microtiter agglutination test (MAT).Results:Of the 200 serum samples analyzed, 7 (3.5%), 10 (5.0%) and 18 (9.0%) were positive by RBPT, SAT and MAT, respectively. The results showed no statistically significant association between sex and seropositivity to bovine brucellosis. However, seropositivity of bovine brucellosis was higher in females than in males. Similarly, no statistically significant association was observed between breed and occurrence of bovine brucellosis. Moreover, the prevalence of brucellosis was higher in Sokoto Gudali as compared with the other breeds. Based on the study locations, higher seroprevalence was observed in animals screened from Billiri as compared with those from other locations (p<0.05).Conclusion:The presence of Brucella abortus antigen in the sera of slaughtered cattle in Gombe state poses a significant public health risk. Therefore, it is important to carry out further epidemiological studies on fulani herdsmen and cattle herds in the study area, in order to explore the risk factors associated with the occurrence and perpetuation of brucellosis among cattle herds, ascertain the prevalence and status of the disease among both farms and nomadic herds.

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Seroprevalence of brucellosis among cattle slaughtered in three municipal abattoirs of Gombe state, Northeastern Nigeria

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Seroprevalence of brucellosis and Q fever (Coxiellosis) in cattle herds in Maigana and Birnin Gwari agro-ecological zone of Kaduna State, Nigeria

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Kabir

Umoh

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A cross sectional study was conducted to determine the seroprevalence and risk factors of brucellosis and Q fever in cattle in Maigana and Birnin Gwari agro-ecological zone of Kaduna State, Nigeria. This study aimed at determining the significance of Brucella spp. and Coxiella burnetti infections in cattle. A total of 400 sera samples (139 from males and 261 from females cattle) were collected and screened for brucellosis using Rose Bengal Plate test (RBPT) and competitive enzyme linked immunosorbent assay (cELISA) for brucellosis and indirect enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (iELISA) for Q fever. A structured questionnaire was used to collect data on the sampled animals from the study population. Data were analyzed to determine association and risk factors. Sera analysis revealed that, 18.5 and 6.8% were seropositive by RBPT and cELISA for brucellosis, while 6.2% was seropositive by iELISA for Q fever. A significant association was detected between cattle sex and sensitivity of RBPT for detecting Brucella. Meanwhile, a non-significant association was found between cattle age and breed with sensitivity of RBPT, cELISA, and iELISA. The study indicates that brucellosis and Q ever exist with high prevalence particularly among female cattle. This presents a serious public health problem, calling for greater awareness among stakeholders and for co-ordinated surveillance for the diseases among cattle populations in Nigeria.

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Evaluation of serological diagnostic tests for bovine brucellosis in dairy cattle herds in an endemic area: a multicenter study

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Amiry²,

Bahreinipour³

et al. 2023

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Epidemiological study of bovine brucellosis in three senatorial zones of Bauchi State, Nigeria

Cited by 15 publications

References 14 publications

Seroprevalence of brucellosis among cattle slaughtered in three municipal abattoirs of Gombe state, Northeastern Nigeria

Seroprevalence of brucellosis among cattle slaughtered in three municipal abattoirs of Gombe state, Northeastern Nigeria

Seroprevalence of brucellosis and Q fever (Coxiellosis) in cattle herds in Maigana and Birnin Gwari agro-ecological zone of Kaduna State, Nigeria

Evaluation of serological diagnostic tests for bovine brucellosis in dairy cattle herds in an endemic area: a multicenter study

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