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[Listeria mastitis in cattle].

A M van Daelen1, F H Jaartsveld

  • 1Stichting Gezondheidsdienst voor Dieren in Noord-Brabant, Boxtel.

Tijdschrift Voor Diergeneeskunde
|April 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Listeria monocytogenes caused prolonged mastitis in cattle, with penicillin treatment proving ineffective. This study reports a rare case of persistent Listeria infection in dairy cows, highlighting treatment challenges.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Microbiology
  • Food Safety

Background:

  • Listeria contamination in dairy products is a known cause of human illness.
  • Listeria monocytogenes is a significant pathogen in both humans and animals.
  • Mastitis is a common and economically important disease in dairy cattle.

Observation:

  • A case of bovine mastitis caused by Listeria monocytogenes type 1/2a is described.
  • The infection led to prolonged mastitis, characterized by abnormal milk, elevated cell counts, and decreased production.
  • Penicillin treatment of the infected quarters yielded unsatisfactory results.

Findings:

  • This report details a rare instance of prolonged Listeria-induced mastitis in cattle.
  • The specific strain identified was Listeria monocytogenes type 1/2a.
  • Conventional penicillin treatment showed limited efficacy in resolving the infection.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the challenges in treating Listeria mastitis in dairy herds.
  • Further research into effective treatment strategies for Listeria mastitis is warranted.
  • Understanding persistent Listeria infections is crucial for preventing dairy product contamination and safeguarding public health.

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