A Case Report on Bacterial Infections, Newcastle Disease Seroconversion, and Aflatoxin Contamination in a Farm in Southwest Nigeria

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Case report reveals bacterial infections and aflatoxin contamination in broiler breeders, indicating critical health management needs.

Postmortem findings revealed severe respiratory issues and high mortality in the flock due to infections and aflatoxin.
Diagnostic tests confirmed bacterial infections and adequate seroconversion against Newcastle disease, highlighting diagnostic challenges.
Increased aflatoxin levels (315 ppb) led to immunosuppression, complicating health management and productivity in poultry.
Effective treatments were identified, including enrofloxacin and ceftriaxone, emphasizing the importance of targeted antibiotic therapy.

Agbajelola et al. (2025) studied this question.

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