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Trichinella spiralis in wild boars (Sus scrofa)
Nordisk Veterinaermedicin
|December 1, 1977
Summary
Trichinella spiralis infections were found in 2.9% of wild boars examined between 1972 and 1977. A specific game park showed a higher infection rate of 4.8% in its wild boar population.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Parasitology
- Wildlife Epidemiology
Background:
- Trichinella spiralis is a nematode parasite of global significance.
- Wild boars are a known reservoir for Trichinella spiralis, posing a potential risk to human health through consumption of undercooked meat.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of Trichinella spiralis in wild boars within a specific region.
- To assess the infection rate in a particular game park compared to the overall wild boar population.
Main Methods:
- Muscle samples were collected from 137 wild boars between July 1, 1972, and June 31, 1977.
- Larvae of Trichinella spiralis were identified through direct examination of muscle tissue.
Main Results:
- Trichinella spiralis larvae were detected in 4 out of 137 wild boars, resulting in an overall infection rate of 2.9%.
- A significant portion of the examined animals (83) originated from a single game park, where the infection rate was found to be 4.8%.
Conclusions:
- Wild boars in the studied region were infected with Trichinella spiralis.
- The identified game park represented a focal point for Trichinella spiralis infection within the wild boar population, highlighting potential risks in localized areas.