2021
DOI: 10.1590/1809-6891v22e-68919
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Rational use of antibiotics for treatment of urinary infection in sows

Abstract: The endemic character of urinary infections (UI) in sows makes collective antimicrobial therapies via feed a routine. This, however, generates sub-doses unable to heal and contribute to the selection of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The use of individual therapy is the most appropriate procedure to be performed on animals with UI. With this study, we aimed to evaluate the occurrence of UI in sows housed in the western region of Paraná and the efficacy and cost-benefit of individual treatment. A total of 353 f… Show more

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“…19 This is of particular importance in pigs because UTIs are prevalent in swine herds, and are usually treated with in-feed, broad-spectrum antimicrobials. 88,89 Another alternative for reducing the prevalence of UTIs, and consequently antibiotic use, is the use of urine acidifiers in the diet. The use of acidifiers affects the acid-base balance of the sow diet and is correlated with urinary pH and reduced total bacteria colonyforming units in the urine.…”
Section: The Urinary Tract Microbiomementioning
confidence: 99%
“…19 This is of particular importance in pigs because UTIs are prevalent in swine herds, and are usually treated with in-feed, broad-spectrum antimicrobials. 88,89 Another alternative for reducing the prevalence of UTIs, and consequently antibiotic use, is the use of urine acidifiers in the diet. The use of acidifiers affects the acid-base balance of the sow diet and is correlated with urinary pH and reduced total bacteria colonyforming units in the urine.…”
Section: The Urinary Tract Microbiomementioning
confidence: 99%