Liver fluke in Irish sheep: prevalence and associations with management practices and co-infection with rumen fluke.

Background: The present study aimed to identify the national prevalence of Fasciola hepatica in Irish sheep and to conduct a risk analysis assessment based on management and treatment practices in participating flocks. Also, co-infection with rumen fluke was quantified and its association with liver fluke and management practices was assessed.

Methods: A total of 305 sheep flocks were selected ensuring even national representation of the sheep population.