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Co-infection with Caligus clemensi and Vibrio Parahaemolyticus in Egyptian Farmed Mullets: Diagnosis, Histopathology, and Therapeutic Management

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Last updated: 01 Jan 2025

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Avian and aquatic Diseases

Abstract

This manuscript detailed an investigation into parasitic and bacterial co-infections that caused significant morbidity and mortality in farmed thin-lipped grey mullet (Liza ramada) and keeled mullet (Liza carinata) populations. Examination revealed heavy infestations of the copepod parasite Caligus clemensi in the buccal cavity, gills, and skin. Morphological identification of C. clemensi was confirmed through genetic analysis using 18S rRNA sequencing and phylogenetic analysis. The postmortem examinations revealed internal signs of disease, including liver enlargement, hemorrhages, and ascites, while histopathology demonstrated severe destruction of gill tissues associated with the parasite infection. Bacterial cultures isolated Vibrio parahaemolyticus as the cause of secondary bacterial infections, which was further characterized phenotypically and identified through recA gene sequencing. Concerningly, high rates of antibiotic resistance were detected among the V. parahaemolyticus isolates. Therapeutic prolonged baths with Virocid® disinfectant followed by probiotic treatment with Sanolife Pro-W® effectively cleared the parasite infections, resolved secondary bacterial infections, and improved fish survival rates. In summary, heavy parasite burdens of C. clemensi coupled with multiple antibiotic-resistant V. parahaemolyticus infections, were identified as the primary causes of mullet mortalities. The integrated therapy effectively managed aquaculture outbreaks, providing an alternative to excessive chemical pesticides or antibiotics by eliminating parasitic infestations and controlling secondary vibriosis.

DOI

10.21608/ejvs.2024.272080.1871

Keywords

Aquaculture, Caligus clemensi, Vibrio parahaemolyticus, Virocid®, Sanolife Pro-W®

Authors

First Name

Ahmed

Last Name

Hamada

MiddleName

H.

Affiliation

Department of Fish Production, National Company of Fisheries and Aquaculture, Ministry of Defence, Egypt

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niletilapia@yahoo.com

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First Name

Marwa

Last Name

Attia

MiddleName

M

Affiliation

Department of Parasitology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, PO 12211, Giza, Egypt

Email

marwaattia.vetpara@yahoo.com

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First Name

Mohamed

Last Name

Marzouk

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s

Affiliation

Department of Aquatic Animal Medicine and Management, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, PO 12211, Giza, Egypt

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marzouk123412@yahoo.com

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First Name

Reda

Last Name

Korany

MiddleName

M. S.

Affiliation

Department of Pathology; Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, 12211 Giza, Egypt

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reda65ms78@yahoo.com

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Orcid

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First Name

Mamdouh

Last Name

Elgendy

MiddleName

Y.

Affiliation

Hydrobiology Department, Veterinary Research Institute, National Research Centre, Dokki, Cairo, 12622, Egypt

Email

mamdouhyousif@yahoo.com

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First Name

Mohamed

Last Name

Abdelsalam

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-

Affiliation

Department of Aquatic Animal Medicine and Management, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Cairo University, 12211 Giza, Egypt

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m.abdelsalam2@cu.edu.eg

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Volume

56

Article Issue

2

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47435

Issue Date

2025-02-01

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2024-02-22

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2025-02-01

Page Start

353

Page End

368

Print ISSN

1110-0222

Online ISSN

2357-089X

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352,989

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140

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Journal

Publication Title

Egyptian Journal of Veterinary Sciences

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https://ejvs.journals.ekb.eg/

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Co-infection with Caligus clemensi and Vibrio Parahaemolyticus in Egyptian Farmed Mullets: Diagnosis, Histopathology, and Therapeutic Management

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23 Dec 2024