Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Canine Leishmaniasis in Eastern Algeria: Seroprevalence and Risk Factors.
- Journal:
- Veterinaria italiana
- Year:
- 2026
- Authors:
- Baaziz, Sabrina et al.
- Affiliation:
- University of Chadli Bendjdid El Tarf. s.baaziz@univ-eltarf.dz.
- Species:
- dog
Abstract
A seroepidemiological survey was conducted between 2021 and 2025 to assess Leishmania infantum infection in domestic dogs from urban and rural areas in three provinces of eastern Algeria: Batna, Oum El Bouaghi, and Biskra. Blood samples were collected from 347 dogs and tested for anti-Leishmania antibodies using an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). The overall seroprevalence was 10.37%. Among seropositive dogs, 33.3% were asymptomatic, while 66.6% exhibited clinical signs, with emaciation being the most frequently observed symptom. Statistical analysis showed significant associations between seropositivity and several risk factors, including age, geographical area, clinical status, nutrition, province of origin, and lifestyle.
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