Bovine anaplasmosis: A systematic review with meta-analysis on the global prevalence
https://doi.org/10.47665/tb.40.4.001
- Author:
Nur-Amalina, N.
1
;
Nur-Sabrina, A.M.
1
;
Muhamad-Ali, H.A.M.
1
,
2
;
Basripuzi, N.H.
1
,
3
Author Information
1. Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, 16100, Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia&
2. Pusat Ternakan Haiwan Air Hitam, Peti Surat 526, Jalan Batu Pahat, 86009, Kluang, Johor, Malaysia
3. UMK Veterinary Diagnostic Centre, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, Malaysia
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Bovine anaplasmosis;
Anaplasma;
systematic review;
meta-analysis;
global prevalence.
- From:Tropical Biomedicine
2023;40(No.4):375-382
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
-
Abstract:
Bovine anaplasmosis, caused by Anaplasma marginale, is a significant infectious disease affecting
cattle populations globally. However, the prevalence and distribution of bovine anaplasmosis vary
across regions, making it crucial to assess its global burden systematically. This study aims to provide a
comprehensive understanding of the global prevalence of bovine anaplasmosis and synthesized data
from diverse geographic regions. A literature search was conducted to identify all relevant published
articles reporting the prevalence of bovine anaplasmosis and a total of 164 studies were found eligible
for final systematic review and meta-analysis. Meta-analysis was conducted using meta package of R
software and summary estimates of the prevalence were calculated. Meta-analysis of 129,851 samples
from 42 countries was conducted and the overall estimated prevalence of bovine anaplasmosis was
found to be 38% (100% CI = 33% - 42%). The prevalence was found to be higher in cattle (39.9%) in
comparison to yaks (6.4%). Diagnosis using serology (40.2%) yielded a higher prevalence compared
to molecular testing (38.3%) and blood smears (22.4%) methods. Additionally, there were significant
differences in the prevalence of bovine anaplasmosis between different countries (p<0.05). This study
will inform evidence-based strategies for control and prevention of bovine anaplasmosis on a global
scale by discovering the true extent of the disease and identifying high-prevalence areas.
- Full text:8.2023my1432.pdf
