Abstract:Fusobacterium necrophorum is a Gram-negative, strictly anaerobic bacterium associated with necrotic infections in animals and humans. The bacterium is an opportunistic and primary pathogen that causes liver abscess, footrot, and laryngeal infections in cattle. Liver abscess in cattle is reported at 20.7% annually, leading to liver condemnation and economic burden to the feedlot industry. Antibiotics are the mainstay for treatment; however, the reports of antibiotic resistance and demand for antibiotic-free, na… Show more
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