Topic:Tetanus
Tetanus in horses is a serious condition caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani, which is commonly found in soil, dust, and manure. The bacterium produces a potent neurotoxin that affects the nervous system, leading to muscle stiffness and spasms. Horses are particularly susceptible to tetanus due to their environment and the likelihood of sustaining wounds that can become contaminated. Clinical signs of tetanus in horses include stiffness, difficulty moving, and an elevated tail. Preventative measures, such as vaccination, are essential to mitigate the risk of infection. This page compiles peer-reviewed research studies and scholarly articles that explore the pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of tetanus in equine populations.
The Quantitative Changes in the Proteins in the Blood Plasma of Horses in the Course of Immunization. Gravimetric determinations were recorded for the total and several individual proteins (in the sodium oxalate plasma) fractioned with ammonium sulphate and sodium chloride. At precipitation, the plasma salt mixture had been diluted to a final volume of ten times the amount of plasma employed. Coagulations were on aliquot portions of filtrates, and the individual protein constituents (except serumalbumin) were calculated by difference. The eleven horses had been subjected to simultaneous immunization against diphtheria and tetanus toxins, each horse being subsequently continued on the toxin to ...