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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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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)
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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)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Dina M. Metwally, Isra M. Al-Turaiki, Najwa Altwaijry, Samia Q. Alghamdi, Abdullah D. Alanazi
Summary: The study investigated the occurrence of Trypanosoma evansi in camels in Saudi Arabia and found that nearly half of the camels were infected, despite being undetectable in thin blood smears. The infection causes significant financial burden to camel breeders and owners, and detection of the parasite can reduce financial losses and improve camel mortality. Polymerase chain reaction was found to be more effective than microscopy at identifying T. evansi infection in camels.
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Biology
Aliasghar Bahari, Sakineh Azami, Ali Goudarztalejerdi, Saeid Karimi, Saber Esmaeili, Bruno B. Chomel, Alireza Sazmand
Summary: This study in central Iran investigated the prevalence of selected zoonotic pathogens in camels, with 11% testing positive for Brucella abortus and Trypanosoma evansi. The findings highlight the need for proper control strategies to minimize the risk of zoonotic infections in camels and humans.
YALE JOURNAL OF BIOLOGY AND MEDICINE
(2021)
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Reproductive Biology
Nisar Ahmad Wani, K. Praveen Kumar, SeungBum Hong, Muhammad Ahmed Umer
Summary: This study is the first to report telomere length in naturally produced and cloned dromedary camels produced by somatic cell nuclear transfer. It was found that telomere lengths in cloned camels were similar to their age-matched naturally produced counterparts, suggesting that the camel cytoplast reprograms the somatic cell nucleus and restores the telomere length to its totipotency stage.
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Veterinary Sciences
Farhan Ahmad Atif, Saba Mehnaz, Muhammad Fiaz Qamar, Taleeha Roheen, Muhammad Sohail Sajid, Syed Ehtisham-ul-Haque, Muhammad Kashif, Mourad Ben Said
Summary: Canine anaplasmosis is a significant worldwide disease caused by Anaplasma platys and A. phagocytophilum with zoonotic implications. Diagnosis relies on clinical signs recognition and microscopic observation, while control strategies involve tetracyclines treatment, vector/reservoir detection, and prevention of iatrogenic/mechanical transmission.
VETERINARY SCIENCES
(2021)
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Microbiology
Min-Goo Seo, Haeseung Lee, Badriah Alkathiri, KyuSung Ahn, Seung-Hun Lee, SungShik Shin, Seulgi Bae, Kyoo-Tae Kim, Min Jang, Sang-Kwon Lee, Yun Sang Cho, Kyung-Yeon Eo, Oh-Deog Kwon, Dongmi Kwak
Summary: The present study aimed to investigate the dominant tick populations and identify the pathogenic agents of anaplasmosis in ticks from Gyeongsang, Republic of Korea. A total of 3825 questing ticks were collected from 12 sites near animal farms in Gyeongsang. Molecular genomic analysis was conducted to detect Anaplasma genes in the collected ticks. The most prevalent tick species were Haemaphysalis longicornis, Haemaphysalis sp., Haemaphysalis flava, Ixodes nipponensis, and Amblyomma testudinarium in that order. The infection rates of Anaplasma species varied, with A. phagocytophilum being the most common. The findings of this study provide valuable information for future research on tick-borne diseases.
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Martina Zappaterra, Laura Menchetti, Leonardo Nanni Costa, Barbara Padalino
Summary: The study found that dromedary camels prefer shade and that providing adequate shaded areas can have a positive impact on their welfare. Overcrowding, on the other hand, may lead to stereotypic behavior and poor welfare. Further research is needed to confirm these preliminary results and explore the importance of shaded areas for camel welfare in various locations.
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Veterinary Sciences
Azadeh Yektaseresht, Mohsen Ghane, Fatemeh Atashbar, Jalal Aliabadi
Summary: The seroprevalence of T. gondii in dromedary camels from three provinces in southern Iran was found to be 15%. Age and gender did not significantly affect the seroprevalence. The presence of T. gondii antibodies in camels suggests a potential public health concern and calls for control measures to reduce infection.
VETERINARY MEDICINE AND SCIENCE
(2023)
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Veterinary Sciences
Jamila S. Al Malki, Nahed Ahmed Hussien
Summary: This study assessed the prevalence of T. evansi in camels in Taif governorate, Saudi Arabia, and analyzed their genetic relationship. T. evansi was found to be the main infectious species, with a higher prevalence in female camels than males.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Veterinary Sciences
Abdelfattah Selim, Roua A. Alsubki, Fatima M. Albohairy, Kotb A. Attia, Itoh Kimiko
Summary: The study evaluated the sero-prevalence of Bluetongue virus (BTV) in camels in Egypt's southern and northern regions and identified risk factors for infection. The findings showed a high prevalence of BTV in camels, particularly in Aswan. Female camels and those in the summer season had a higher likelihood of infection. Exposure to insect vectors also increased the probability of BTV infection.
BMC VETERINARY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Veterinary Sciences
Ceylan Ceylan, Ozlem Derinbay Ekici
Summary: This study aimed to determine the prevalence of Anaplasma ovis and Anaplasma phagocytophilum in sheep and goats in the Southeastern Anatolia region of Turkey. Microscopy and Rt-PCR were used to determine the prevalence of anaplasmosis, with the molecular prevalence values being higher than the microscopic prevalence values for each microorganism. This study is the first in Turkey to use the Rt-PCR method for the detection of Anaplasma species in small ruminants and provides valuable data for future control strategies.
PAKISTAN VETERINARY JOURNAL
(2023)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ahmed M. Darwish, Abdoallah Sharaf, Semir Bechir Suheil Gaouar, Neama I. Ali, Tamer H. Abd El-Aziz, Asmaa M. Abushady, Zoubeyda Kaouadji, Othman E. Othman, Miroslav Obornik
Summary: The aim of this study was to determine trypanosome genotypes in North Africa using microscopic examination and PCR. Antioxidant capacity and various enzymes were also measured in camel blood. The results showed higher trypanosome infection rates in Algerian samples compared to Egyptian samples. Parameters such as MDA, GSH, SOD, and CAT were significantly increased in infected camels. The study also revealed differences in trypanosome diversity between Egyptian and Algerian camels.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
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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)
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Parasitology
Somayeh Bahrami, Seyyede Sedighe Mousavi, Ali Reza Alborzi, Godratollah Mohammadi, Mehdi Namavari
VETERINARY PARASITOLOGY
(2019)
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Parasitology
E. Bemani, A. Oryan, S. Bahrami
EXPERIMENTAL PARASITOLOGY
(2019)
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Veterinary Sciences
S. Bahrami, S. Esmaeilzadeh, A. R. Alborzi, S. Niknejad
JOURNAL OF THE HELLENIC VETERINARY MEDICAL SOCIETY
(2020)
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Parasitology
Somayeh Bahrami, Moslem Safari, Mohammad Hossein Razi Jalali, Masoud Ghorbanpoor, Mohammad Reza Tabandeh, Annahita Rezaie
Summary: Leishmaniasis is a neglected tropical infectious disease with a lack of new anti-leishmanial drugs, highlighting the need for newer therapies. The study showed that AD-MSCs therapy improved wound healing and decreased parasite burden in a murine model of cutaneous leishmaniasis. Surprisingly, combining glucantime with AD-MSCs treatment did not increase anti-leishmanial activity.
EXPERIMENTAL PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
Somayeh Bahrami, Ali R. Alborzi, Saeid Rahimi Esfahsalari, Zahra Ziafati
Summary: The study reveals a high prevalence of Trypanosoma evansi infection in Iranian camels, with no association to age, sex, or region. Phylogenetic analysis indicates that Iranian T. evansi strains belong to the T. brucei clade.
VETERINARSKI ARHIV
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
Safieh Shahvazi, Saleh Esmaeilzadeh, Somayeh Bahrami, Hossein Najafzadeh
Summary: This study investigated the relationship between liver fascioliasis and leiomyoma, as well as the alterations in polyamines in ruminants infected with F. gigantica. The infected animals showed significant changes in hematological parameters, including decreased RBC and PLT counts, and elevation in MCV, as well as higher levels of putrescine and spermine in liver tissues. IL-4 and TNF-alpha levels were not significantly changed in infected animals. The concurrent occurrence of leiomyoma and fascioliasis with polyamines elevation is reported for the first time, suggesting a need for further research into the role of polyamines in this interaction.
VETERINARY PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Somayeh Bahrami, Mehdi Zarei, Karen Liljebjelke
Summary: The study showed that sublethal chlorine concentrations increased the engulfment of Salmonella cells by Acanthamoeba trophozoites, as well as prolonged the intracystic survival time of chlorine-stressed cells.
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Tropical Medicine
Ahmad Oryan, Effat Bemani, Somayeh Bahrami
Summary: Objective of this study was to evaluate the in vitro and in vivo efficacy of quercetin against Leishmania major, as well as its immunomodulatory and anti-oxidative activity. The results showed that quercetin exhibited anti-leishmanial activity, immunomodulatory, anti-oxidative, and anti-inflammatory effects. Therefore, it has the potential to be further explored as an effective drug for treating leishmaniasis.
ASIAN PACIFIC JOURNAL OF TROPICAL BIOMEDICINE
(2023)
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Parasitology
Somayeh Bahrami, Zeinab Asadi, Mehdi Zarei, Hossein Hamidinejat, Fiona L. Henriquez
Summary: In this study, the cytopathic and phagocytic properties of Acanthamoeba castellanii trophozoites were examined after exposure to sublethal concentrations of chlorine. Results showed that chlorine-treated trophozoites exhibited more extensive cytopathic effects, higher bacterial uptake rate, and increased antioxidant enzyme activities compared to untreated cells. mRNA expression analysis revealed upregulation of virulence genes in chlorine-treated trophozoites. Proper concentration and exposure time of chlorine are crucial to prevent the development of resistance and virulent amoebae.
PARASITOLOGY RESEARCH
(2023)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mehdi Zarei, Somayeh Bahrami, Karen Liljebjelke
Summary: This study investigates the influence of the fungus Acanthamoeba on the biofilm formation of Salmonella. It is found that the presence of Acanthamoeba activates the biofilm-related genes of Salmonella, but there is inconsistency between gene expression and biofilm formation. Moreover, the nutrient availability affects the biofilm formation of Salmonella co-cultured with Acanthamoeba.
INTERNATIONAL MICROBIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Infectious Diseases
Hossein Hamidinejat, Mohammad HosseinRazi Jallali, Somayeh Bahrami, Mohammad Bagheri
Summary: Anaplasma phagocytophilum is a gram-negative rickettsia transmitted by hard ticks to animals and humans, with studies suggesting that not only Ixodes ticks but also other hard ticks may play a role in spreading the infection.
JOURNAL OF VECTOR BORNE DISEASES
(2021)
Article
Parasitology
AliReza Alborzi, Javad Pirkoreshk, Somayeh Bahrami, Masoud Ghorbanpoor, Mohammad Reza Tabandeh
Summary: The study investigated the immune response of dogs experimentally infected with L. serrata, with the ES antigen showing higher sensitivity and specificity in ELISA detection of infection. ELISA can be used as a serological method for early detection and epidemiological studies of L. serrata infection in dogs.
IRANIAN JOURNAL OF PARASITOLOGY
(2021)
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Veterinary Sciences
S. Bahrami, H. Hamidinejat, M. R. Haji Hajikolaei, S. Kavianifar
JOURNAL OF THE HELLENIC VETERINARY MEDICAL SOCIETY
(2020)
Article
Integrative & Complementary Medicine
Somayeh Bahrami, Mohammad Hossein Razi Jalali, Zahra Ramezani, Golnar Janeh
BOLETIN LATINOAMERICANO Y DEL CARIBE DE PLANTAS MEDICINALES Y AROMATICAS
(2019)
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Parasitology
Hossein Hamidinejat, Somayeh Bahrami, Bahman Mosalanejad, Sharareh Pahlavan
IRANIAN JOURNAL OF PARASITOLOGY
(2019)
