Ismail Elshahawy
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View article: First microscopic, pathological, epidemiological, and molecular investigation of Leucocytozoon (Apicomplexa: Haemosporida) parasites in Egyptian pigeons
First microscopic, pathological, epidemiological, and molecular investigation of Leucocytozoon (Apicomplexa: Haemosporida) parasites in Egyptian pigeons Open
Introduction Leucocytozoon is an intracellular blood parasite that affects various bird species globally and is transmitted by blackfly vectors. This parasite is responsible for leucocytozoonosis, a disease that results in significant econ…
View article: Prevalence and first molecular identification of Sarcocystis species in feces of domestic dogs (Canis familiaris) in Egypt
Prevalence and first molecular identification of Sarcocystis species in feces of domestic dogs (Canis familiaris) in Egypt Open
View article: Prevalence and first molecular-phenotypic description of Sarcocystis species in the feces of Egyptian domestic dogs (Canis familiaris)
Prevalence and first molecular-phenotypic description of Sarcocystis species in the feces of Egyptian domestic dogs (Canis familiaris) Open
Background Sarcocystis species are obligatorily heteroxenous protozoan parasites with predator-prey cycle. Global and national Knowledge about the epidemiology and the distribution pattern of different Sarcocystis species in dog feces are …
View article: Occurrence and phylogenetic description of cystic echinococcosis isolate from Egyptian camel (<i>Camelus dromedarius</i>)
Occurrence and phylogenetic description of cystic echinococcosis isolate from Egyptian camel (<i>Camelus dromedarius</i>) Open
Summary Cystic echinococcosis is one of the most significant cyclo-zoonotic diseases of major economic and public health significance worldwide. The current study was carried out to determine the epidemiological profile of cystic echinococ…
View article: <i>Sarcocystis</i> <i>cruzi</i> in Egyptian slaughtered cattle (<i>Bos taurus</i>): epidemiology, morphology and molecular description of the findings.
<i>Sarcocystis</i> <i>cruzi</i> in Egyptian slaughtered cattle (<i>Bos taurus</i>): epidemiology, morphology and molecular description of the findings. Open
The current survey initially provides a brief account of knowledge about the epidemiology of Sarcocystis spp. infecting cattle and it is considered a starting point for the development of health awareness and efficient preventive sc…
View article: Biosecurity assessment in relation to the occurrence of some coccidian parasites in poultry farms, with in vitro evaluation of Psidium gujava as coccidia sporulation inhibitor.
Biosecurity assessment in relation to the occurrence of some coccidian parasites in poultry farms, with in vitro evaluation of Psidium gujava as coccidia sporulation inhibitor. Open
The present study was performed to assess the correlation between biosecurity compliance measures and the prevalence of Eimeria and Cryptosporidium species in commercial based (CBF) and house hold (HHF) poultry farms, in Delta region Egypt…
View article: An Abattoir-based survey on the prevalence of some Gastrointestinal helminths of camels (Camelus dromedarius) in Aswan Province, Egypt
An Abattoir-based survey on the prevalence of some Gastrointestinal helminths of camels (Camelus dromedarius) in Aswan Province, Egypt Open
Gastrointestinal parasitic infection is a prime cause of failures in camel production. This study was conducted to ascertain the prevalence of gastrointestinal helminths of camels in Aswan district, Egypt. Besides, the prevalence of helmin…
View article: Biosecurity practices in commercial and house hold poultry farms in the Delta region, Egypt: I-Correlation between level of biosecurity and prevalence ofpoultry mites
Biosecurity practices in commercial and house hold poultry farms in the Delta region, Egypt: I-Correlation between level of biosecurity and prevalence ofpoultry mites Open
The risk of parasitic disease outbreaks among commercial poultry farms can result in significant economic loss for the farmer and the integration. These diseases can be reduced by the proper application of biosecurity measures. This study …
View article: Seroprevalence of Cryptosporidium and risks of cryptosporidiosis in residents of Sothern Egypt: A cross-sectional study
Seroprevalence of Cryptosporidium and risks of cryptosporidiosis in residents of Sothern Egypt: A cross-sectional study Open
Objective: To identify the serological epidemiology of Cryptosporidium infections and to follow up on the changes in the infection profile in Southern Egypt in order to establish a suitable scheme for control and prevention of cryptosporid…
View article: The current prevalence of bovine babesiosis and theileriosis infection in Egypt
The current prevalence of bovine babesiosis and theileriosis infection in Egypt Open
Cattle are one of the farm animals of huge economic significance as the main source for meat and milk production in Egypt but their productivity is thought to be greatly reduced by blood protozoan parasitic diseases caused by tick borne bl…
View article: An Epidemiological Study on Endoparasites of Domestic Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) in Egypt with Special Reference to Their Health Impact
An Epidemiological Study on Endoparasites of Domestic Rabbits (Oryctolagus cuniculus) in Egypt with Special Reference to Their Health Impact Open
The present study was designed to study the enteric parasites infection in domestic rabbits in Upper Egypt and its impact on their health.A total of 298 faecal samples were collected from different farms in Upper Egypt.Each faecal sample w…
View article: Studies on some fish parasites of public health importance in the southern area of Saudi Arabia
Studies on some fish parasites of public health importance in the southern area of Saudi Arabia Open
The present study was the first attempt to survey the diversity of fish zoonotic parasites in the southern region of Saudi Arabia, particularly the Najran area, from October 2012 to October 2013. Approximately 163 fish representing seven s…
View article: A serological survey on cryptosporidiosis in Najran region, Southwestern Saudi Arabia with reference to some epidemiological features of the infection
A serological survey on cryptosporidiosis in Najran region, Southwestern Saudi Arabia with reference to some epidemiological features of the infection Open
Background: Cryptosporidium infection remains a major public health issue, but its epidemiology in humans is still unclear, particularly in Southwestern Saudi Arabia. Hence, this study was designed to determine the infection status of Cryp…
View article: Evaluation of amprolium and toltrazuril efficacy in controlling natural intestinal rabbit coccidiosis.
Evaluation of amprolium and toltrazuril efficacy in controlling natural intestinal rabbit coccidiosis. Open
This trial was undertaken with the objective to evaluate the efficacy of amprolium, toltrazuril and their combination in rabbits naturally infected with Eimeria species (32 × 103 ± 4.63 oocysts per gram (OPG) of faeces). …
View article: Some epidemiological and serological studies on schistosomiasis in Najran area, Saudi Arabia
Some epidemiological and serological studies on schistosomiasis in Najran area, Saudi Arabia Open
Summary Schistosomiasis is a major cause of morbidity and mortality and has been estimated to infect over 200 million people. Diagnosis of schistosomiasis by detection of specific antibodies is likely to be more sensitive than the traditio…