Risk factors and likelihood of Campylobacter colonization in broiler flocks

Campylobacter was investigated in cecal droppings, feces, and cloacal swabs of 22 flocks of 3 to 5 week-old broilers. Risk factors and the likelihood of the presence of this agent in these flocks were determined. Management practices, such as cleaning and disinfection, feeding, drinkers, and litter...

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Main Authors: SL Kuana, LR Santos, LB Rodrigues, A Borsoi, HLS Moraes, CTP Salle, VP Nascimento
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Fundação APINCO de Ciência e Tecnologia Avícolas 2007-09-01
Series:Brazilian Journal of Poultry Science
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Online Access:http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1516-635X2007000300010