Review of bovine trichomoniasis

Abstract

Bovine trichomoniasis, caused by the protozoa Tritrichomonas foetus, results in reproductive failure and substantial financial losses. It
was first reported in the US in 1932 and in the western beef herds in the US in 1958. Western herds, along with herds in certain areas
of Florida, are considered the traditional range for this disease in the US. Since characteristics of the causative organism are well known,
its control and even eradication are possible. Background information of T. foetus as it relates to etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and
control is provided.