Impact of antibiotic resistant Campylobacter isolated from poultry: A concise review

Poultry industry is one of the leading protein sources around the world. In Sri Lanka, it has developed rapidly over the years and it is the main contributor for consumed meat. Campylobacter is one of the microorganisms presents in asymptomatic form in poultry which cause zoonotic disease, Campylobacteriosis to human. Due to improper usage of antibiotics in poultry industry, development of antibiotic resistant Campylobacter strains occurs by causing major public health concern. Hence, it is important to identify the contamination points of Campylobacter during the meat processing and to determine the prevention strategies to control the spread of antibiotic resistant Campylobacter spp. This review focuses on the background of antibiotic resistant Campylobacter species and their distribution by contaminating meat from farm to plate. The impact cause by antibiotic resistant Campylobacter from poultry industry to the public safety is also discussed along with the diagnostic and elimination strategies. Here, the world scenario on antibiotic resistant Campylobacter was reviewed to come up with suggestions to improve the poultry meat produced in Sri Lanka in order to be safe for human consumption and to increase the market value.