Relatório de Estágio Obrigatório e Trabalho de Conclusão de Curso

Abstract

Bovine cysticercosis is one of the leading causes of carcass condemnation in Brazil and in Mato Grosso do Sul, caused by the larva of Taenia saginata. The disease represents both a public health challenge and a source of economic losses. The cysticercosis cycle begins with environmental contamination by human feces and completes with the consumption of undercooked meat by humans. Post-mortem inspection detects the presence of cysticercosis in cattle and indicates the existence of infected humans in the region. This study analyzes the prevalence of bovine cysticercosis in carcasses slaughtered under federal inspection in Mato Grosso do Sul, from January to October 2024. Data from the company Pro@ Consultoria Rural were used, including information on 45 farms and 61,630 animals slaughtered in 15 slaughterhouses. The prevalence of cysticercosis was 0.23%, with Amambaí showing the highest rate at 4.67%. Cysts were found in 140 animals, resulting in an economic loss of US$ 41,575.73. The cysts were predominantly calcified (85.7%) and were mainly located in the heart and masseter muscle, which together accounted for 62.9% of the cases. Although the prevalence was low compared to other studies, the financial losses were significant. The occurrence of bovine cysticercosis reflects deficiencies in basic sanitation and health education, highlighting the need for preventive measures aimed at raising public awareness and improving management practices on rural properties.