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Hydatidosis in camels in Kuwait.

J M Abdul-Salam¹, M A Farah

¹Department of Zoology, University of Kuwait, Safat.

Parasitology Research

|January 1, 1988

Summary

First-time hydatid cyst infection in Kuwaiti camels (Camelus dromedarius) was documented. Higher infection rates were observed in older camels, females, and those housed in corrals, with lungs being the most affected organ.

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Parasitology
Zoonotic Diseases
Camel Health

Background:

Hydatidosis is a parasitic zoonotic disease caused by Echinococcus tapeworms.
Camels are known intermediate hosts for Echinococcus granulosus, a significant public health concern.
Previous data on hydatid cyst prevalence in Kuwaiti camels were lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

To report the first incidence of hydatid cyst infection in indigenous camels (Camelus dromedarius) in Kuwait.
To determine the prevalence and epidemiological characteristics of hydatidosis in slaughtered camels.
To identify risk factors associated with infection, including age, sex, and housing systems.

Main Methods:

A cross-sectional study was conducted on 293 camels (Camelus dromedarius) from February 1982 to April 1983.
Camels were examined post-slaughter for the presence of hydatid cysts in various organs.
Infection rates were analyzed based on age, sex, organ distribution, and cyst fertility.

Main Results:

An overall hydatid cyst infection rate of 39.6% was recorded in Kuwaiti camels.
Older camels (>6 years) and females exhibited significantly higher infection rates (40.1-45.2% and 44.9%, respectively) compared to younger camels and males (24.7%).
The lungs were the most frequently infected organ (63.0%), with pulmonary cysts showing higher fertility (71.7%) than hepatic cysts (29.2%).

Conclusions:

Camelus dromedarius in Kuwait are susceptible to hydatid cyst infections, indicating a potential public health risk.
The high prevalence suggests a link to the shift from free-grazing to intensive corralling systems.
Further research and control strategies are warranted to mitigate hydatidosis transmission in this region.

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