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Probiotic impact on chickens challenged with Campylobacter jejuni

Effects of Lactobacillus Fermentum Supplementation on Body Weight and Pro-Inflammatory Cytokine Expression in Campylobacter Jejuni-Challenged Chickens

Published: April 4, 2024

Summary

1. Introduction Campylobacter jejuni has been considered one of the leading causes of human gastrointestinal diseases worldwide, with outbreaks registered both in industrialized and developing countries [1]. Campylobacter spp. colonizes the avian gut in high concentrations with few or no clinical symptoms. Hence, it has been traditionally considered commensal, although a revision of this bacte...

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Authors:

Marco Larrea

PRONACA Procesadora Nacional de alimentos

Christian Vinueza

Universidad Central Del Ecuador

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Wendy Kwok

Life Rainbow

7 de octubre de 2026

A very interesting study highlighting the potential role of probiotics in supporting broiler health during Campylobacter challenge. Modulating inflammatory responses while helping maintain growth performance shows the importance of gut microbial management in poultry health. Thanks for sharing.

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