Integrative view of diseases in ruminants: Towards a holistic model
Por:
Piña-Martínez R., Martínez-Ortiz-de-Montellano C., Márquez-Mota C.C., Dantán-González E.
Publicada:
1 ene 2025
Resumen:
The holobiontic approach in ruminants presents an integrative vision of the organism, where both the microbiota and macrobiota are considered distinct entities that influence animal welfare. The early establishment of these communities in the ruminant holobiont is crucial for regulating digestive, immunological, and metabolic processes. Not only do they facilitate fiber breakdown in the rumen, but they also play a key role in disease prevention, helping the animal resist pathological imbalances. The gastrointestinal ecosystem is significantly influenced by both biotic factors, such as nutrition, and abiotic factors, like drug use. The resistance of the microbiota and macrobiota in ruminants is essential, as it affects the success of conventional treatments and parasite management and can disrupt the balance within these populations. In this context, the veterinarian plays a critical role in preserving these ecological niches, ensuring equilibrium and functionality through effective therapeutic interventions and continuous monitoring. Holistic strategies, including integrated parasite management and omics sciences, allow for more comprehensive analyses and a deeper understanding of infectious diseases in ruminants. These approaches promote sustainability in animal health and ensure a holistic view that supports the welfare of animals and the ecosystems they inhabit, aligning with the One Welfare concept. © CAB International 2025.
Filiaciones:
Piña-Martínez R.:
Departamento de Parasitología, Facultad de Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Colonia UNAM, CU, Delegación Coyoacán, Ciudad de México, C.P. 04510, Mexico
Martínez-Ortiz-de-Montellano C.:
Departamento de Parasitología, Facultad de Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Colonia UNAM, CU, Delegación Coyoacán, Ciudad de México, C.P. 04510, Mexico
Márquez-Mota C.C.:
Departamento de Nutrición Animal y Bioquímica, Facultad de Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, Colonia UNAM, CU, Delegación Coyoacán, Ciudad de México, C.P. 04510, Mexico
Dantán-González E.:
Centro de Investigación en Biotecnología, Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos, Av. Universidad 1001, Colonia Chamilpa, Cuernavaca, Morelos, 62209, Mexico
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