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Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Antibiotics Usage among Dairy Farmers of Chattogram
(Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Khulshi, Chattogram-4225, Bangladesh, 2024-08) Das, Tarakmoy
Antibiotics are commonly used in dairy farms of Bangladesh for treating bacterial diseases. However, frequent misuse of antibiotics results in the development of Antimicrobial resistance (AMR). A study was carried out to determine dairy farmers' knowledge, attitude, and practices (KAP) regarding antibiotics usage (AMU) in the Chattogram district. A total of 30 dairy farms were selected randomly for the study. Data were collected from the farmers through face-to-face interviews with a pre-structured questionnaire. The study showed that most of the farm owners (53.3%) completed graduation and 83.0% of them knew about antimicrobial resistance. About half (50%) of the farm owners maintained the proper antibiotic withdrawal period. Surprisingly, 24% of the participants thought that antibiotics could be used as growth promoters in the livestock sector. Most of the farm owners (86.7%) fulfilled the course of antibiotics while treating an animal, whereas only 13.3% of farmers stopped using antibiotics as soon as their animals recovered. We found that 70% of the farmers use antibiotics following the veterinarian’s instructions. The findings of this study provide an understanding of the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAPs) of dairy farmers regarding antibiotic use. Dairy farmers in Bangladesh have a poor level of awareness related to antibiotic usage on their farms. Which creates threats to public health because of the rise in resistant microorganisms. Therefore, it is now very crucial to take action to safeguard future generations from antimicrobial resistance by creating more awareness among dairy farmers.
Surgical Management of Urolithiasis by Cystotomy in a Persian Cat- A Case Report
(Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Chattogram Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Chattogram-4225, Bangladesh, 2024) Das, Tarakmoy
Urolithiasis is a common and significant condition where formation of calculi, crystals in urinary tract results in formation of urinary stones that can lead to severe complications. This case study details the surgical management of a 2.5-year-old neutered female Persian cat diagnosed with urolithiasis after presenting with dysuria, stranguria, hematuria, and bladder distention. Radiographic and ultrasonographic imaging confirmed the presence of bladder stones. A pre-medication dosage of 1 mg/kg of xylazine was administered to the cat. Ketamine was used to induce and maintain anesthesia. Then the cat underwent a cystotomy, a procedure that involve making a ventral midline incision through umbilicus to access the urinary bladder, where an incision was made to remove the uroliths. After removing stones the bladder was then closed in multiple layers in cushing pattern using vicryl 3-0 sutures, and the abdominal muscles, subcutaneous tissue and skin were sutured with appropriate materials. Post-operatively, the cat was administered antibiotics, anti-histamines, and a herbal supplement to prevent recurrence. The report discusses the importance of early diagnosis and surgical intervention in managing urolithiasis, with an emphasis on the cystotomy procedure. Additionally, it highlights the role of diet, urine pH, and other risk factors in the development of urinary stones, underscoring the need for preventive care to reduce the risk of recurrence.