Coccidiosis in Livestock, Poultry, Companion Animals, and Humans

Coccidiosis is a significant livestock disease, particularly in poultry, causing billions of dollars in losses. With the rise of drug resistance, alternative methods of control are needed. This book covers coccidiosis in all major livestock species, with a special emphasis on poultry due to its economic impact. It discusses techniques, molecular biology, host-pathogen immunobiology, genetics, and chemotherapy. The book is comprehensive and up-to-date, with particular attention given to research in the last 28 years, making it essential reading for practitioners and researchers in livestock production.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 396 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Coccidiosis is a significant livestock disease, particularly affecting poultry, resulting in substantial global prevention efforts. Due to its widespread impact and resistance to antibiotics, all poultry feed was previously medicated with coccidiostats, primarily antibiotics. However, the emergence of drug-resistant coccidiosis has prompted a search for alternative control methods. This comprehensive book, authored by renowned scientists from around the world, covers coccidiosis in various livestock species, with a special emphasis on poultry coccidiosis due to its significant economic consequences. Another chapter explores intestinal coccidiosis in humans, including the parasite Cyclospora. The chapters discuss various techniques, molecular biology, host-pathogen immunobiology, immunoprophylaxis, genetics, genomics, biology, and chemotherapy related to coccidiosis.

Despite the significant advancements in research over the past 40 years, there has been a gap in publishing new books specifically focused on conventional coccidiosis. This comprehensive review fills that void by providing up-to-date information on coccidiosis, with a particular emphasis on the last 28 years of research. The book is invaluable for practitioners and researchers involved in livestock production, including biologists, veterinarians, parasitologists, and researchers from government, academia, and industry.

Weight: 730g
Dimension: 280 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032337593