Equine herpesvirus 1 and 4.
Abstract: Equine herpesvirus infections in horses remain a significant cause of abortion and neurologic disease. These viruses are also responsible for mild signs of respiratory disease. The ability to establish latent infections with periodic reactivation or transmission to other horses is an important feature of these herpesviruses. One of the most unique aspects of this report is the description of horses demonstrating neurologic signs serving as the source of infection for other horses. Accurate diagnosis and better means of protection for horses remain problems facing veterinarians and horse owners.
Publication Date: 2004-11-03 PubMed ID: 15519823DOI: 10.1016/j.cveq.2004.09.001Google Scholar: Lookup
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This research article discusses equine herpesvirus infections in horses, their causes and effects, and the challenges in diagnosing and protecting against these infections.
Importance of the Study
- This study is primarily important because equine herpesvirus infections in horses are a significant cause of abortion and neurological disorders, posing a substantial risk to horse populations.
- These viruses are also responsible for mild signs of respiratory disease, which can impair the overall health and performance of the horses.
- The study’s importance is further amplified by its exploration of the viruses’ ability to establish latent infections and then reactivate or transmit to other horses. This characteristic of the herpesvirus poses serious challenges for infection control and prevention.
Key Findings
- The research presents unique information by documenting cases where horses showing neurological signs served as sources of infection for other horses. This finding can lead to a better understanding of how the herpesvirus spreads, helping to devise more effective containment strategies.
Challenges and Future Implications
- Currently, accurate diagnosis of equine herpesvirus infections and developing effective protection measures for horses are significant challenges that veterinarians and horse owners face.
- The findings of this study will not only shed light on crucial aspects of equine herpesvirus infections but also drive further research to address these existing issues.
- The better understanding of the infection’s pathways and the nature of this herpesvirus can support the development of improved diagnostic techniques and preventative measures, ultimately contributing to improved horse health care.
Cite This Article
APA
Reed SM, Toribio RE.
(2004).
Equine herpesvirus 1 and 4.
Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 20(3), 631-642.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2004.09.001 Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, 601 Vernon Tharp Street, Columbus, OH 43210, USA. reed.10@osu.edu
MeSH Terms
- Abortion, Veterinary / virology
- Animals
- Herpesviridae Infections / diagnosis
- Herpesviridae Infections / prevention & control
- Herpesviridae Infections / veterinary
- Herpesvirus 1, Equid / isolation & purification
- Herpesvirus 1, Equid / pathogenicity
- Herpesvirus 4, Equid / isolation & purification
- Herpesvirus 4, Equid / pathogenicity
- Horse Diseases / diagnosis
- Horse Diseases / prevention & control
- Horses
- Infection Control / methods
- Virus Latency
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