Rhodococcus Equi Pneumonia in Foals
Author(s): Davidson Gigi S
Issue: Jan/Feb 2001 - Compounding for Pediatric Patients
View All Articles in Issue
Page(s): 55-57
Download in electronic PDF format for $75
Abstract: Pneumonia caused by Rhodoccus equi is one of the most devastating causes of disease in foals aged 1 to 4 months. In this discussion, the author covers pathogenesis and clinical findings, diagnosis, treatment and future therapies.
Related Keywords: corynebacterium equi, equine, foals, horses, pneumonia, R. equi, rhodococcus, rhodococcus equi pneumonia, veterinary