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Brucella serology in abattoir workers.

Fatima Mukhtar1, Farkhanda Kokab

  • 1Department of Community Medicine, Lahore Medical and Dental College, Pakistan. fatimamukhtar@doctor.com

Journal of Ayub Medical College, Abbottabad : JAMC
|July 21, 2009
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Summary

Brucellosis affects abattoir workers, with a 21.7% seroprevalence found in Lahore. Job nature, age, and duration significantly impact brucellosis risk, highlighting the need for protective measures and public health education.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Public Health
  • Occupational Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Brucellosis poses a significant occupational hazard, particularly for individuals in close contact with animals.
  • It represents a major public health and economic concern in developing nations, affecting both animal and human populations.
  • Abattoir workers are at high risk due to their direct handling of animals and animal products.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To determine the seroprevalence of brucellosis among abattoir workers in Lahore District.
  • To investigate the association between brucellosis and the nature of work performed by these employees.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study was conducted in April 2008, involving 360 workers from four major Lahore slaughterhouses.
  • Workers were stratified by job type (meat sellers, slaughterers, animal keepers, drivers, cleaners, loaders, vets/paravets) and selected using stratified random sampling.

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  • Data collection included questionnaires and serological analysis for anti-Brucella Immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies via ELISA.

    • Main Results:

    • The overall seroprevalence of anti-Brucella IgG antibodies among abattoir workers was 21.7%.
    • Significant associations were found between brucellosis serostatus and the nature of job (p=0.005), age groups (p=0.013), and duration of employment (p=0.003).

    Conclusions:

    • Brucellosis is a critical public health issue in Pakistan, especially within the abattoir workforce.
    • Implementing personal protective devices is crucial for preventing brucellosis in slaughterhouse workers.
    • Public health initiatives should focus on educating the general population, with a specific emphasis on high-risk groups like abattoir workers.