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Cross-sectional study of Fasciola gigantica and other trematode infections of cattle in Edu Local Government Area, Kwara State, north-central Nigeria

Nusirat Elelu, Abdulganiyu Ambali, G.C. Coles, Mark C. Eisler

Parasites & Vectors · 2016

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Summary

This study revealed high prevalence of infection with F. gigantica in Kwara State. The co-infections by F. gigantica and paramphistomes with a positive correlation should be considered during anthelmintic therapy. There is a need to optimise and validate the FAMACHA© for use in cattle based on breeds and variation in colour of ocular mucous membrane. Risk factors identified could assist in tailoring control strategies for various trematode infections to particular groups of farmers and cattle.

Source type
Peer-reviewed study
DOI
10.1186/s13071-016-1737-5
Catalogue ID
BFmobghsy5-x6i5v7
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