Neosporosis in sheep: a systematic review and meta-analysis of global seroprevalence and related risk factors

In conclusion, the seroprevalence of ovine neosporosis is widely and heterogeneously distributed throughout the world, and it is negatively associated with increasing geographical latitude. In addition, age and extensive production system represent risk factors, which suggest that the horizontal transmission route is relevant for this host species. It is recommended to pay more attention to this disease and emphasize the global need for more indexed studies concerning the seroprevalence and risk factors of ovine neosporosis to better understand the epidemiology of this coccidian infection.PMID:35752203 | DOI:10.1016/j.actatropica.2022.106569
Source: Acta Tropica - Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Source Type: research