Publications by authors named "Otsaghe Ekore Desire"

This study aimed to establish a baseline hematological profile and examine the influence of age, sex, and season on hematological parameters in captive chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) living in a humid tropical climate. Hematological parameters are a useful tool for assessing health status and diagnosing diseases in animals. We analyzed 473 blood samples collected from 84 chimpanzees (43 females and 41 males) during annual health checks, conducted under anesthesia for a routine physical examination.

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  • - A study was conducted to assess the risk of infectious disease transmission at the Primatology Centre in Franceville, focusing on non-human primate (NHP) conservation.
  • - Staff completed a questionnaire about risks linked to their work, and various pathogens found in NHPs were analyzed using Kiviat and Pareto diagrams.
  • - Results revealed several zoonotic pathogens present, with animal handlers being the most exposed, highlighting the need for strict biosecurity measures to prevent disease transfer between staff and animals.
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Although antibiotic resistance is a major issue for both human and animal health, very few studies have investigated the role of the bacterial host spectrum in its dissemination within natural ecosystems. Here, we assessed the prevalence of methicillin resistance among (MRSA) isolates from humans, non-human primates (NHPs), micromammals and bats in a primatology center located in southeast Gabon, and evaluated the plausibility of four main predictions regarding the acquisition of antibiotic resistance in this ecosystem. MRSA strain prevalence was much higher in exposed species (i.

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(1) Background: Terrestrial mammals in protected areas have been identified as a potential source of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria. Studies on antimicrobial resistance in gorillas have already been conducted. Thus, this study aimed to describe the phylogroups, pathotypes and prevalence of antimicrobial resistance of isolated from western lowland gorilla's faeces living in MDNP.

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  • * Researchers collected 174 samples from various livestock (chickens, swine, cattle, and sheep) and assessed their antibiotic susceptibility using specific lab techniques.
  • * Results indicated a very high prevalence of enterococci (>90% in all types of livestock) and significant resistance to multiple antibiotics, suggesting these animals may be key reservoirs of antibiotic resistance.
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