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Journal of parasitology research2022; 2022; 3935008; doi: 10.1155/2022/3935008

Investigation of Strongyle Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors in Horses in and around Alage District, Ethiopia.

Abstract: Horses are used for a variety of purposes in Ethiopia. However, their service is hampered by a variety of health issues. Strongylosis is a parasitic infestation of the gastrointestinal tract that has a significant impact on the working ability, reproductive performance, well-being, and welfare of horses. The existence of Strongylosis in the study area is reported from clinical cases; however, its prevalence has not been well studied. Unassigned: The current study was carried out from January 2019 to July 2019, to determine the prevalence and associated risk factors of Strongyle in horses in and around Alage district. Unassigned: A cross-sectional study design was used, and 384 horses were sampled from three peasant associations inseparably. The floatation technique was used in laboratory analysis. Unassigned: Strongylosis was discovered in 67.19 percent of the cases. In Naka, Dilbato, and Koricho peasant associations, the infestation magnitudes were 64.1%, 68%, and 69.5%, respectively. The increased level of animal-related prevalence was observed in male (68.1 percent), young (84.4 percent), and poor body condition (90 percent) horses. Age and body condition scores were statistically significant associations with the disease under study at ≤ 0.000. While sex and peasant associations did not predict the problem significantly ( ≤ 0.05), young horses and horses in poor and medium body conditions are 4.66 (CI: 2.22-9.76), 9.63 (CI: 3.77-24.63), and 1.93 (1.03-3.60) times more likely to be infected with Strongylosis, respectively. Unassigned: The occurrence of Strongylosis is determined independently by age and BCS. Strongyle infestations are common in horses in the study area, posing a significant barrier to horse production and well-being. As a result, appropriate disease prevention and control measures should be implemented.
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Publication Date: 2022-08-12 PubMed ID: 35989863PubMed Central: PMC9391126DOI: 10.1155/2022/3935008Google Scholar: Lookup
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This research work aims to determine the prevalence and risk factors associated with a parasitic gut infection known as Strongylosis in horses within and around the Alage district of Ethiopia. The results reveal high infection rates, particularly in younger and weaker horses, underscoring the need for adequate disease control measures.

Study Design and Methodology

  • The research study carried out from January 2019 to July 2019 employed a cross-sectional design, an observational type of study where data is collected at one specific point in time from samples that represent a population.
  • Sample sizes included 384 horses sourced from three different peasant associations within and around the Alage district. The associations from which the samples were collected are Naka, Dilbato, and Koricho.
  • To determine the presence of the Strongyle parasite, a laboratory procedure called floatation technique was utilized. This procedure is a common method used in detecting the presence of parasite eggs in animal fecal samples.

Key Findings and Observations

  • The study revealed the presence of Strongylosis in approximately 67.19 percent of the sampled horses.
  • When segregated based on the peasant associations, 64.1 percent of horses from Naka, 68 percent from Dilbato, and 69.5 percent from Koricho were discovered to be infested with the parasite.
  • Demographic and physical conditions of the horses also influenced the prevalence rate. A higher rate of infestation was observed among male (68.1 percent), young (84.4 percent), and horses with poor body conditions (90 percent).
  • Statistical analysis showed significant correlation between age and body condition scores, reinforcing the assertion that younger and physically compromised horses are more susceptible to Strongyle infestation. On the other hand, sex and association categories did not significantly influence the infestation rate.

Conclusions and Recommendations

  • The study concludes that the occurrence of Strongylosis is primarily influenced by the age and overall body condition of the horses. Nevertheless, the disease prevalence is high within the study area, and this continuously poses a significant threat to horse health and productivity.
  • Given these findings, the researchers recommend the implementation of appropriate and effective disease prevention and control measures to combat Strongylosis infestation and help improve the overall health and productivity of horses in Ethiopia.

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Alemayehu MT, Abebe BK, Haile SM. (2022). Investigation of Strongyle Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors in Horses in and around Alage District, Ethiopia. J Parasitol Res, 2022, 3935008. https://doi.org/10.1155/2022/3935008

Publication

Journal of parasitology research
ISSN: 2090-0023
NlmUniqueID: 101526294
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 2022
Pages: 3935008
PII: 3935008

Researcher Affiliations

Alemayehu, Mulugeta Tesfaye
  • Department of Animal Science, Werabe University, P.O. Box 46, Werabe, Ethiopia.
Abebe, Belete Kuraz
  • Department of Animal Science, Werabe University, P.O. Box 46, Werabe, Ethiopia.
Haile, Sharew Mekonnen
  • Department of Animal Science, Werabe University, P.O. Box 46, Werabe, Ethiopia.

Conflict of Interest Statement

There is no conflict of interest related to the publication of this research manuscript.

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