Histopathological Changes of Chicken (Gallus domesticus) Small Intestine Naturally Infected by Ascaridia galli

Balqis, Ummu; Hambal, Muhammad; Utami, Cut S.

doi:10.21157/j.med.vet..v8i2.3352

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“…Additionally, there is hyperplasia in the intestinal villi to compensate for the loss of a number of cells. Fusion of the majority (90%) of the duodenal, complete jejunal, and ileal villi has also been reported (Balqis et al, 2013;Zalizar et al, 2006) [4,43] . A high number of A. galli can lead to the degeneration and necrosis of epithelial cells in the small intestine, resulting in reduction of surface area of the villi.…”

Section: Pathology and Lesionsmentioning

confidence: 91%

“…Infection of A. galli can lead to severe illness or even death in birds (Balqis et al, 2013) [4] . Illness resulting from Ascariasis often presents symptoms like anaemia, hypoglycaemia, weakness, anorexia, drooped wings, ruffled feathers, decreased egg production, diarrhoea, filthy vent, and weight loss (Permin and Hansen, 1998…”

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confidence: 99%

“…A high number of A. galli can lead to the degeneration and necrosis of epithelial cells in the small intestine, resulting in reduction of surface area of the villi. In areas where hyperplasia of villi occurs, the number of goblet cells, inflammatory cells, and mast cells increases significantly, which prevents the further penetration of A. galli larvae into the mucosa (Balqis et al, 2013;Zalizar et al, 2006) [4,43] . Sometimes, live or calcified parasites can also be found in the albumin of eggs (Solusby, 1982) [37] .…”

Section: Pathology and Lesionsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Ascariasis in poultry: A comprehensive review

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Patil

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Parasitic infections pose a significant challenge in poultry production. Ascaridia galli (Syn. A. lineata, A. perspicillum) is a nematode belonging to the phylum Nematoda that causes frequent infections along with significant morbidity and mortality in poultry birds, thereby leading to huge economic losses. A. galli has been detected in most of the species of poultry, including chickens, turkeys, geese, guinea fowl, and a wide variety of wild birds, with chicken being the main host. A. galli is commonly found in the small intestine of birds. Clinical symptoms include lack of appetite, ruffled feathers, weight loss, reduced egg production, anaemia, and diarrhoea, ultimately causing death. Upon post-mortem (PM) examination, partial or complete obstruction of the intestinal lumen alone or along with catarrhal to haemorrhagic enteritis is highly evident. Histopathologically, desquamation, hyperplasia of secretory cells and villous atrophy can occur. Treatment with suitable anthelmintics and good management practices are the key components for the treatment, prevention and control of this disease.

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Section: Pathology and Lesionsmentioning

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confidence: 99%

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Ascaridia Galli Infection in Laying Hens and the Results of in Vitro Efficacy of Levamisole, Piperazine and Carvacrol, Whether is Necessary to Change the Deworming Protocols?

Rajković

Vučićević

et al. 2019

Acta Veterinaria

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We present a case of Ascaridia galli infection in laying hens on a farm in central Serbia. During the rearing period on litter, ascaridosis was diagnosed at 15 weeks of age by routine parasitological fecal examination. Pullets were treated with flubendazole for one week, and two weeks later the hens were moved to battery cages. The production results were within technological standards until the 23rd week and the medical health status was without any clinical symptoms. After that period weight loss began, the egg production dropped to 70% and eggs were of poor quality. Subsequently, severe feather pecking and an increase of mortality were reported. The postmortal examination showed severe anemia and several gross lesions in the liver, intestines, lungs, and kidneys. Different sizes of A. galli were found in the lumen of the duodenum and jejunum. Gross changes of the intestinal mucosa were present, such as a thickened intestinal wall with hemorrhagic spots, inflammation and necrotic patches. Histopathological examination showed marked changes in the intestines, liver and kidneys. All visible live parasites were collected and stored in Earle’s balanced salts, and females were used for in vitro susceptibility testing. Median lethal concentration (LC50) of piperazine, levamisole and carvacrol for A. galli was 119.7μM, 2.71μM and 3.26μM, were applied, respectively. Based on our results, it is likely that reinfection occurred after completed dehelmintization. In relation to the new circumstances and the regulation for laying hen welfare the deworming protocol should be changed in order to ensure successful dehelmintization. In order to prevent reinfection the treatment must be done at the end of the rearing period and thus be maximally effective.

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Histopathological Changes of Chicken (Gallus domesticus) Small Intestine Naturally Infected by Ascaridia galli

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Ascariasis in poultry: A comprehensive review

Ascariasis in poultry: A comprehensive review

Ascaridia Galli Infection in Laying Hens and the Results of in Vitro Efficacy of Levamisole, Piperazine and Carvacrol, Whether is Necessary to Change the Deworming Protocols?

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