Brucella antibodies in Sudanese camels

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Medicine
• Epidemiology
• Zoonotic Diseases

Background:

• Brucellosis is a significant zoonotic disease affecting livestock globally.
• Camels are a potential reservoir for Brucella species, posing risks to animal and human health.

Purpose of the Study:

• To determine the seroprevalence of Brucella abortus antibodies in Sudanese camels.
• To identify geographical and demographic risk factors associated with Brucella infection in this population.

Main Methods:

• Serological testing of 740 camel sera from three distinct regions in Sudan.
• Analysis of antibody incidence based on geographical location and sex.

Main Results:

• An overall Brucella abortus antibody incidence of 4.9% was recorded.
• The Eastern Region exhibited the highest prevalence (7.5%), followed by Darfur (3.1%) and the Central Region (2.0%).
• Antibody prevalence was comparable between male (5.6%) and female (4.5%) camels.

Conclusions:

• Brucella abortus infection is present in the Sudanese camel population.
• Regional variations in seroprevalence highlight the need for targeted control strategies.
• Further research is warranted to understand transmission dynamics and implement effective public health measures.