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Microbiology
Dennis Getange, Joel L. Bargul, Esther Kanduma, Marisol Collins, Boku Bodha, Diba Denge, Tatenda Chiuya, Naftaly Githaka, Mario Younan, Eric M. Fevre, Lesley Bell-Sakyi, Jandouwe Villinger
Summary: The study revealed a high diversity of ticks and tick-borne pathogens associated with camels and co-grazing sheep in northern Kenya. In addition, the findings suggest that camels and/or the ticks infesting them serve as reservoirs for zoonotic diseases, posing a public health threat to pastoralist communities.
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Veterinary Sciences
Radwa Ashour, Dalia Hamza, Mona Kadry, Maha A. Sabry
Summary: This study is the first molecular study in Egypt to detect Borrelia spp. and Borrelia miyamotoi in camels and associated ticks, revealing the presence of Lyme borreliosis and other Borrelia bacteria species in camels.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Sandra Sevilla-Navarro, Marta Cerda-Cuellar, Teresa Ayats, Jaume Jorda, Clara Marin, Santiago Vega
Summary: A study in dromedary camels in Tenerife, Spain found a prevalence of 5.5% for Salmonella, with a single serovar isolated. Genetic analysis showed low diversity, indicating camels may serve as a reservoir for Salmonella transmission. While Campylobacter was not detected in the study, mandatory control measures should be considered for zoonotic pathogens in camels due to their increasing popularity in tourism.
TRANSBOUNDARY AND EMERGING DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Ahmad Al Aiyan, Preetha Menon, Adnan AlDarwich, Moneeb Qablan, Maha Hammoud, Turke Shawaf, Ken Richardson
Summary: The study investigated the arterial blood supply to the brain in dromedary camels, particularly focusing on the vertebrobasilar system. The research used anatomical dissection, casting techniques, and transcranial color doppler ultrasonography to determine the distribution and flow direction of blood within the vertebral and basilar arteries. The findings showed that the vertebrobasilar system contributes 34% of the blood supply to the brain in dromedary camels, predominantly supplying the medulla oblongata, pons, and cerebellum.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Amita Ranjan, Jeeshan Nabi, Rakesh Ranjan
Summary: The study measured serum fluoride concentration in healthy dromedary camel population and found that the average serum fluoride concentration in females was significantly lower than that in males. The mean fluoride concentrations did not differ significantly among different age groups, but within the same age group, there were differences in fluoride concentrations between male and female animals.
BIOLOGICAL TRACE ELEMENT RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Mitchell T. Caudill, Kelly A. Brayton
Summary: With the advancement of high-throughput sequencing technologies, the ability to explore unknown niches and geographies in terms of biodiversity has greatly expanded. However, the classification of new species within the genus Anaplasma has been restricted due to the intracellular nature of these bacteria. This study highlights the limitations of using 16S rRNA gene sequence alone for species identification and provides key bases for classifying formally named species of Anaplasma.
Article
Biology
Jose Luis Martin-Barrasa, Maria Teresa Tejedor-Junco, Soraya Cabrera, Manuel Morales, Adrian Melian, Juan Alberto Corbera
Summary: The aim of this study was to establish reference values for haematological and biochemical parameters in the Canary camel breed. 114 healthy dromedary camels were evaluated, and their age, sex, and pregnancy status were recorded. The reference ranges for RBCs, HGB, PCV, and WBCs were determined. The study found that young animals had higher RBC and WBC values, and various biochemical parameters differed between young and adult animals as well. Female camels showed higher values for RBC, HGB, and PCV, but there were no differences in the biochemical parameters between sexes. The WBC count was higher in non-pregnant females compared to pregnant ones. These findings provide important reference values and contribute to the understanding of haematological and biochemical parameters in dromedary camels.
SAUDI JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Fransina Christina King, Adnan Aldarwich, Maha Hammoud, Robert Barigye, Turke Shawaf, Ahmad Al Aiyan
Summary: To improve diagnostic and treatment procedures, such as ultrasonography, arthrocentesis, and arthroscopy, the knowledge gap regarding the topography and anatomy of the dromedary's carpal joint must be bridged. This study provides a detailed description of the different joint recesses and pouches, as well as evaluating the safety and feasibility of various arthrocentesis approaches.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Reproductive Biology
Julian A. Skidmore, Jane L. Vaughan, Clara M. Malo, Muren Herrid
Summary: Using a novel vitrification kit, higher pregnancy rates were achieved for embryos with a diameter less than 500 μm. The Fibreplug group had higher pregnancy rates compared to the Cryolock group, and the effect of BSA on embryo vitrification depends on the type of embryo storage device and embryo diameter.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
El Tigani Ahmed El Tigani-Asil, Valeria Blanda, Ghada Elderdiri Abdelwahab, Zulaikha Mohamed Al Hammadi, Shameem Habeeba, Abdelmalik Ibrahim Khalafalla, Mohamed Ali Alhosani, Francesco La Russa, Sergio Migliore, Alessandra Torina, Guido Ruggero Loria, Salama Suhail Al Muhairi
Summary: This study is the first laboratory investigation on tick-borne pathogens in camels in the UAE, revealing a certain proportion of camels infected with tick-transmitted pathogens, including a single camel with coinfection. The genetic profile of Coxiella burnetii shows a high phylogenetic relatedness to strains from Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Nabil Mansour
Summary: In this paper, a method called the 'Camel Semen Collection Kit-CSCK' is proposed to solve the problem of semen collection in dromedary camels. The CSCK method showed a high success rate and good quality in semen collection. It is a practical and feasible method that can be widely applied in untrained camels.
REPRODUCTION IN DOMESTIC ANIMALS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ankit T. Hinsu, Nilam J. Tulsani, Ketankumar J. Panchal, Ramesh J. Pandit, Basanti Jyotsana, Nishant A. Dafale, Niteen Patil, Hemant J. Purohit, Chaitanya G. Joshi, Subhash J. Jakhesara
Summary: This study examined the rumen microbial profile of Indian camels under different dietary conditions using 16S rRNA amplicon and shotgun metagenomics, revealing significant differences in microbial composition based on fractions of rumen content and diet. A total of 16 genera were identified as part of the core rumen microbiome of Indian camels, with glycoside hydrolases dominating among Carbohydrate-Active enzymes. The study provides insights into the taxonomic, functional, and enzyme profiles of camel rumen microbiota.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Jiun-Nong Lin, Chung-Hsu Lai, Shang-Yi Lin, Ching-Chi Lee, Nan-Yao Lee, Po-Yu Liu, Chih-Hui Yang, Yi-Han Huang
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of intraspecific diversity among the multiple copies of the 16S rRNA gene on the accuracy of species identification in the genus Elizabethkingia. The results suggest that 16S rRNA gene sequencing should not be considered the gold standard for the accurate identification of Elizabethkingia species.
MICROBIOLOGY SPECTRUM
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
M. F. E. Ahmed, M. Alssahen, C. Lammler, C. Hoffmann, E. Prenger-Berninghoff, C. Ewers, M. Plotz, A. Abdulmawjood
Summary: This study characterized and identified a Trueperella pecoris strain isolated from necrotic vestibulitis in a 10-year-old camel. The strain was confirmed to be T. pecoris through phenotypic properties and phylogenetic analyses. This is the first reported isolation of T. pecoris from a camel.
LETTERS IN APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Anatomy & Morphology
Sameh M. Farouk, Samy F. Mahmoud, Haitham Eldoumani, Khaled Shoghy, Nazema S. Abdel-Megeid, Mohamed Abdo
Summary: Through morphometric analysis using scanning electron microscopy, it was found that light cells predominate in all parts of camels' corneas except the central part. The peripheral ventral and nasal parts represent the permanent and endogenous source as well as a proliferative reserve for superficial corneal epithelial cells in dromedary camels.
MICROSCOPY RESEARCH AND TECHNIQUE
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Rosanna Zobba, Eleonora Schianchi, Mourad Ben Said, Hanene Belkahia, Lilia Messadi, Roberta Piredda, Marco Pittau, Alberto Alberti
Summary: This study developed a PCR test for amplifying the gltA gene of Anaplasma strains related to A. platys from Mediterranean ruminants, allowing phylogenetic comparison with strains identified in China and representatives of the Anaplasmataceae family. The results suggest the designation of Candidatus A. turritanum for Mediterranean A. platys-like strains, and Candidatus A. cinensis for strains isolated in China, providing a solid reference for future epidemiological studies and emphasizing the need to investigate unexplored diversity within the genus Anaplasma.
TICKS AND TICK-BORNE DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Parasitology
Muhammad Naveed Aziz, Rana Khalid Iqbal, Muhammad Irfan, Asia Parveen, Muhammad Asif, Sezayi Ozubek, Munir Aktas, Mourad Ben Said, Furhan Iqbal
Summary: Raising small ruminants is crucial for farmers' income in Pakistan. This study investigates the seasonal and molecular prevalence of T. gondii in different breeds of goats in Khanewal district, Punjab, Pakistan. The results show a relatively low prevalence of T. gondii, with the highest prevalence observed in summer. Factors such as male goats, neighboring farms with other dairy animals, and water supply from pools are associated with higher infection rates.
Article
Parasitology
Mourad A. Ben Said, Kotb A. Attia, Roua A. Alsubki, Arif Mohamed, Itoh Kimiko, Abdelfattah Selim
Summary: This study investigated the molecular prevalence and associated risk factors of A. ovis in sheep from Egypt. The overall molecular prevalence rate of A. ovis was found to be 15.5%, with the highest rate observed in Kafr ElSheikh governorate. Statistical analysis revealed that A. ovis infection was significantly associated with sheep gender and tick infestation.
Article
Immunology
Iram Taalay, Rana Khalid Iqbal, Muhammad Asif, Aqib Ahmad, Muhammad Amjad, Farhana Naureen Anwar, Munir Aktas, Mourad Ben Said, Furhan Iqbal
Summary: This study investigated the prevalence and genetic diversity of Toxoplasma gondii in large ruminants in Pakistan. The results showed a natural infection of T. gondii in cattle for the first time in Pakistan. The findings are important for designing control strategies to improve the livestock sector, which is a main source of income in Pakistan.
COMPARATIVE IMMUNOLOGY MICROBIOLOGY AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Farhan Ahmad Atif, Rao Zahid Abbas, Saba Mehnaz, Muhmmad Fiaz Qamar, Kashif Hussain, Muhammad Usman Nazir, Muhammad Arfan Zaman, Aman Ullah Khan, Mourad Ben Said
Summary: This study found that Theileria annulata and Anaplasma marginale infections are prevalent in bovine populations in Jhang and Rawalpindi districts of Punjab, Pakistan. The overall prevalence of these two tick-borne pathogens was 19.79%. Factors such as age, breed, tick infestation, history of tick-borne diseases, frequency of acaricidial application, and season were significantly associated with tick-borne infections.
TROPICAL ANIMAL HEALTH AND PRODUCTION
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Ramses Alfaro-Mora, Ruth Castro-Vasquez, Rosanna Zobba, Elisabetta Antuofermo, Giovanni Pietro Burrai, Alberto Alberti, Gaby Dolz
Summary: This study investigated the presence and types of bovine papillomaviruses (BPVs) in cattle in different areas of Costa Rica and identified seven BPV types and two putative novel viral variants. BPV6 was the most frequently detected virus, followed by BPV2 and BPV1. The results suggest a diverse range of BPVs in bovines in Costa Rica.
VETERINARY RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Paolo Capozza, Gianvito Lanave, Georgia Diakoudi, Francesco Pellegrini, Roberta Cardone, Violetta Iris Vasinioti, Nicola Decaro, Gabriella Elia, Cristiana Catella, Alberto Alberti, Krisztian Banyai, Jairo Alfonso Mendoza-Roldan, Domenico Otranto, Canio Buonavoglia, Vito Martella
Summary: Diversity of CRESS DNA viruses in Squamata reptiles from different areas in Italy was explored. The viruses likely reflect dietary composition or environmental contamination, including avian-like, dog, bat-like, goat-like, rodent-like, and insect-like viruses. Human-associated cycloviruses were consistently identified regardless of geographic location.
MICROBIOLOGY SPECTRUM
(2022)
Article
Microbiology
Valentina Chisu, Rosanna Zobba, Giovanna Masala, Thanh Loan Tran, Quynh Tram Ngo Viet, Dinh Binh Tran, Hoang Bach Nguyen, Khanh Toan Tran, Alberto Alberti
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of Chlamydia species in ruminants in Vietnam. The presence of Chlamydia suis and Chlamydia psittaci was detected in goat blood samples, highlighting the importance of monitoring Chlamydia strains in the country.
Article
Parasitology
Muhammad Asif, Mourad Ben Said, Asia Parveen, Arusa Ejaz, Muhammad Ikram, Mian Muhammad Awais, Sezayi Ozubek, Munir Aktas, Muhammad Baber, Furhan Iqbal
Summary: Theileriosis is a common tick-borne disease in tropical and subtropical regions, with this study focusing on Theileria annulata infection in Pakistani cattle. The prevalence of T. annulata was highest in autumn, with Sahiwal cattle being most susceptible to this infection.
Article
Microbiology
Muhammad Asif, Mourad Ben Said, Rommel Lenin Vinueza, Renato Leon, Nadeem Ahmad, Asia Parveen, Adil Khan, Arusa Ejaz, Muhammad Ali, Asmat Ullah Khan, Muhammad Baber, Furhan Iqbal
Summary: This study reports the seasonal prevalence, potential risk factors, and phylogeny of Anaplasma marginale in cattle of different breeds in Southern Punjab, Pakistan. The highest prevalence rate was observed in autumn, and crossbred and Sahiwal cattle were the most susceptible to infection. The genetic analysis showed high conservation of the msp5 gene among isolates from different regions.
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Rosanna Zobba, Claudio Murgia, Mustapha Dahmani, Oleg Mediannikov, Bernard Davoust, Roberta Piredda, Eleonora Schianchi, Alessandra Scagliarini, Marco Pittau, Alberto Alberti
Summary: This study investigated Anaplasma strains related to zoonotic species in ruminants in Senegal using different molecular tests and phylogenetic approaches. The results demonstrated the presence of new strains related to A. turritanum and Ca. A. cinensis in cattle, and suggested including these strains into the Ca. A. africanum species. The emergence of Ca. A. boleense in Senegal was also reported. The study highlights the greater diversity of Anaplasma species than previously expected and emphasizes the need for further research and specific diagnostic and surveillance approaches in sub-Saharan Africa.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Carla Cacciotto, Gian Mario Dore, Antonio Giovanni Anfossi, Gessica Tore, Maria Vittoria Varoni, Maria Piera Demontis, Elisabetta Antuofermo, Marco Pittau, Alberto Alberti
Summary: Cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) is a malignant lesion characterized by the proliferation and transformation of keratinocytes in the epidermis and dermis. It is caused by a combination of sunlight exposure and Papillomavirus (PV) infection. This paper reports the development of specific serological tools for studying the pathogenicity of Ovis aries papillomavirus 3 (OaPV3) and discusses their potential significance in investigating viral properties and diagnosis.
VETERINARY RESEARCH COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Genetics & Heredity
Tafheem Khosa, Mourad Ben Said, Zia Ur Rehman, Muhammad Ali, Sania Jamil, Qandeel Fatima, Hafsa Hussain, Rehana Iqbal, Adil Khan, Furhan Iqbal
Summary: The study demonstrated that the newly synthesized nanocomposite Neodymium Zirconate Zinc Sulfide had significant effects on blood parameters and oxidative stress markers in albino mice, especially in male mice treated with high doses showing changes in hemoglobin concentration and oxidative stress markers.
Article
Pediatrics
Irfan Khattak, Wen-Lan Yen, Tahir Usman, Nasreen Nasreen, Adil Khan, Saghir Ahmad, Gauhar Rehman, Khurshaid Khan, Mourad Ben Said, Chien-Chin Chen
Summary: This study estimated the prevalence of Giardia lamblia infection and identified associated risk factors at individual and community levels in a pediatric population in different agroecological zones of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The study found a giardiasis prevalence of 3.31% in the study area, with children aged 13-24 months being at higher risk. Promoting behavioral change, ensuring safe and adequate water sources, and raising awareness about giardiasis prevention methods at the individual level, combined with community-level interventions, are crucial in reducing the incidence of giardiasis.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Yao Jinghong, Muhammad Junaid Irshad, Moin Irshad, Ibrahim Khalil, Shiza Zahoor, Muhammad Akram, Muhammad Muddasar Saeed, Abolfazl Jafari-Sales, Walaa Fikry Elbossaty, Mourad Ben Said, Ravindra Prasad Aharwal, Gamal Abdul Hamid, El Hadji Seydou Mbaye, Saeed El-Ashram, Asaad Mohammed A. Ataa, Omer Kilic
Summary: Since the outbreak of the Corona pandemic, medical care laborers have been greatly affected, experiencing both physical and psychological symptoms. This research aimed to explore the impact of the pandemic on the mental well-being of these laborers. The study found that a significant number of medical service providers showed symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, and insomnia. Insomnia, in particular, was more prevalent among those with lower education levels. Paramedics, nurses, and those working in confinement/serious care units were more prone to insomnia. The results suggest a relationship between the Corona pandemic and psychological disorders. Therefore, psychological rehabilitation sessions should be conducted to support the mental well-being of patients and those in contact with them.
