Avian Pathogenic E.coli and its Antibacterial Susceptibility Pattern in Some Broiler’s and Breeder’s Farms
Colibacillosis is a common infection in broilers and broilers breeder’s flocks caused by avian pathogenic E.coli (APEC) and resulting in major economic losses. Mortality, the cost of treatment and the decrease in feed conversion efficiency result in significant economic losses cost to the poultry industry. Clinical signs of colibacillosis can be observed in form of high mortalities, respiratory manifestations and poor growth rate. The pathogenicity of E.coli is depending on