Salma Abdelrahim Shoulah

Dr. Salma Abdelrahim Shoulah


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Academic Career Length

6Years (2021-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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15 October 2021 in Veterinary Sciences
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Abdelfattah SelimAbdelfattah Selim
Abdelfattah Selim
SSSalma Abdelrahim Shoulah
Salma Abdelrahim Shoulah
Abdelhamed AbdelhadyAbdelhamed Abdelhady
Abdelhamed Abdelhady
Abdulaziz AlouffiAbdulaziz Alouffi
Abdulaziz Alouffi
YAYasser Alraey
Yasser Alraey
WAWaleed S. Al-Salem
Waleed S. Al-Salem
Background: Canine leishmaniasis (CanL) is caused by Leishmania infantum (L. infantum) that is transmitted by sand fly vectors with dogs acting as the main reservoir. Methods: The present study aimed to determine the seroprevalence of CanL in dogs from Egypt and assessed the associated risk factors. The study was conducted from 2019 to 2020 in five governorates situated in Northern Egypt. Serum samples from 450 asymptomatic dogs were serologically examined by use of enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Results: Overall, the seroprevalence rate of CanL was 21.3% and the highest rates were observed in Cairo and Giza governorates. The univariable analysis revealed that the seropositivity of CanL was strongly related to the dogs’ ages, length of hair, absence of veterinary care or application of insecticides, and the type of floor of their shelters. The risk factors that were found to be associated with CanL in exposed dogs were: age group 2–4 years old (OR = 12, 95% CI: 1.6–92.3); short hair (OR = 2.07, 95% CI: 1.2–3.6); absence of veterinary care (OR = 2.7, 95% CI: 1.3–5.8); no application of insecticides (OR = 3.09, 95% CI: 1.5–6.5) and their residence in a shelter with an earthen floor (OR = 1.42, 95% CI: 0.7–2.9). Conclusions: Based on the present results, CanL is present in Egyptian dogs and this increases the possibility of transmission by sand fly to humans with whom they have contact. Consequently, an efficient monitoring programme and effective control measures are important to reduce the risk of infection.

9 February 2024 in Life Sciences
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AKAsmaa Khafaga
Asmaa Khafaga
MGMohamed M. S. Gaballa
Mohamed M. S. Gaballa
RKReham Karam
Reham Karam
SSSalma Abdelrahim Shoulah
Salma Abdelrahim Shoulah
Rehab ShammaRehab Shamma
Rehab Shamma
Ahmed E. NoreldinAhmed E. Noreldin
Ahmed E. Noreldin

19 January 2023 in Veterinary Sciences
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SSSalma Abdelrahim Shoulah
Salma Abdelrahim Shoulah
MGMohamed M. S. Gaballa
Mohamed M. S. Gaballa
MBMarawan Adel Marawan Basuony
Marawan Adel Marawan Basuony
SSSayed A. Saqr
Sayed A. Saqr
Abdelhamed AbdelhadyAbdelhamed Abdelhady
Abdelhamed Abdelhady
Abdelfattah SelimAbdelfattah Selim
Abdelfattah Selim
(1) Background: Cystic echinococcosis is a zoonotic helminth disease that causes severe economic losses. The study aimed to assess the prevalence and viability of cystic echinococcosis in examined camels. In addition, assessing the histological, morphological, oxidative, and antioxidant state related to the cystic echinococcosis infection; (2) Methods: The study was performed on 152 slaughtered dromedary camels between March and September 2022 at El-Basatin abattoir in Cairo Governorate, Egypt; (3) Results: The results revealed that the prevalence of hydatidosis was 21.7% in slaughtered camel and the highest infection rate observed in lungs was 87.87%, while it was 9% in livers. Camels’ liver infections were rare, whereas their lung infections were more common. By comparing to non-infected camels, the level of MAD was significantly increased with hydatid cysts infection, while the level of GSH, SOD and CAT was significantly decreased. Histopathological section of camel cyst revealed layered membranes surrounded by a zone of cellular infiltration and an outermost fibrous tissue reaction. In addition, there was evidence of atelectasis, emphysema, hemorrhage, congestion, and fibrosis in the surrounding tissues. Nonetheless, the degeneration and necrosis of hepatocytes and other pathological alterations in liver cyst sections were remarkably comparable to those seen in the lungs. Furthermore, calcification was detected.

2 May 2025 in Veterinary Research Communications
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HFHayat Fayed
Hayat Fayed
AEAsmaa A. Elgendy
Asmaa A. Elgendy
SSSalma Abdelrahim Shoulah
Salma Abdelrahim Shoulah
SMSamar M. Moustafa
Samar M. Moustafa
AMAhmed Maher
Ahmed Maher
MBMarawan Adel Marawan Basuony
Marawan Adel Marawan Basuony