Detection of strongyles in horses in Klang Valley and Selangor

Nor Shahrin, Nu’man (2023) Detection of strongyles in horses in Klang Valley and Selangor. [Project Paper] (Submitted)

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Abstract

Strongyle is a common and significant threat to equine health, causing various gastrointestinal issues and posing a major concern for horse owners and veterinarians, making their treatment crucial for prevention strategies. These parasitic worms can lead to a range of problems, including colic, weight loss, and decreased performance in horses. The objectives of this study are to detect the presence of strongyles in regularly dewormed horses and to evaluate the efficacy of the anthelmintic used. Faecal samples were randomly collected from a total of 88 horses from 8 different stables in Klang Valley and Selangor. Individual faecal egg count (FEC) was determined using Modified McMaster technique using sodium chloride (NaCl) supersaturated solution of specific gravity 1.2 as floatation fluid with detection limit of 50 eggs per gram (EPG). Overall, the result revealed 31 (35.2%) out of 88 horses were positive with strongyles. Types of breeds (p<0.05), types of anthelmintic (p<0.05) and deworming interval (p=0.01), were statistically associated with the presence of strongyles, while age (p=0.369) and sex (p=0.423) were not. Arabian breed horses have the highest prevalence (83.33%) compared to other breeds. The odds ratio (OR) of 21.33 for fenbendazole as compared to ivermectin and praziquantel indicates that horses treated with fenbendazole are 21.33 times higher odds of being positive with strongyle compared to those treated with ivermectin and praziquantel. In conclusion, types of breeds, types of anthelmintic, and deworming intervals were found to be significant contributing factors of strongyle presence in horses in this study. It is also significant as they highlight potential limitation of fenbendazole as dewormer of choice and underscoring the need for further investigation into its clinical application.

Item Type:	Project Paper
Faculty:	Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
Depositing User:	Ms. Nordeena Abdul Aziz
Date Deposited:	18 Nov 2024 02:44
Last Modified:	18 Nov 2024 02:44
URI:	http://psaspb.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/2138

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