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Título del libro: Alternatives To Antibiotics Against Pathogens In Poultry
Título del capítulo: Taming the Tiny Titans: Exploring Bacteriophages as an Alternative to Antibiotics in the Poultry Industry

Autores UNAM:
VICTOR MANUEL PETRONE GARCIA;
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Año de publicación:
2024
Palabras clave:

Advantages; Bacteriophages; Challenges; Mechanism of action; Safety


Resumen:

In recent years, the global poultry industry has faced unprecedented challenges in maintaining the health and productivity of poultry flocks, compounded by the escalating concerns surrounding the widespread use of antibiotics. As the industry strives to address these challenges, an innovative and promising alternative has emerged: the use of bacteriophages. This chapter delves into the pivotal role of bacteriophages as a groundbreaking alternative to antibiotics in the poultry industry, exploring their potential to revolutionize disease management, enhance biosecurity, and safeguard both animal and human health. With growing apprehensions regarding antibiotic resistance and its far-reaching implications for public health, there is an urgent need for sustainable and effective alternatives. Bacteriophages, or phages, are viruses that specifically target and infect bacteria, offering a precise and targeted approach to combating bacterial infections in poultry. This chapter sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of the science behind bacteriophages, their mechanisms of action, the potential benefits they bring to the poultry farming landscape, and unfolds the historical context of antibiotic use in the poultry industry, shedding light on the factors that have fuelled the quest for alternative strategies. The focus will then shift to the fundamental characteristics of bacteriophages, illustrating how these viral predators can be harnessed to control bacterial pathogens in poultry production. Furthermore, the chapter will examine key studies and advancements in the field, providing a comprehensive overview of the current state of research and application of bacteriophages in poultry farming. © The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024.


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