Preclinical evaluation of Lactiplantibacillus plantarum as a probiotic alternative against multidrug-resistant avian pathogenic Escherichia coli in chickens
ObjectivesAvian pathogenic Escherichia coli (APEC) is a leading cause of disease and mortality in broiler chickens, resulting in substantial economic losses. Probiotics such as Lactiplantibacillus plantarum (L. plantarum) have shown potential to enhanc…