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The veterinary quarterly2002; 24(2); 79-94; doi: 10.1080/01652176.2002.9695127

Equine influenza virus infections: an update.

Abstract: Equine influenza is one of the most economically important contagious respiratory diseases of horses. In this paper the current state of knowledge of equine influenza virus and the most important aspects of these virus infections, e.g. epidemiology, clinical aspects, pathogenesis and pathology, immunity, diagnosis, treatment, management and vaccination, are reviewed with an emphasis on epidemiology, diagnosis and vaccinology. Many questions have remained and with the advent of improved technology new questions have arisen. Consequently, research priorities should be set in an attempt to answer them. Therefore, this review ends with some personal recommendations for important priorities for future research.
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Publication Date: 2002-07-04 PubMed ID: 12095083DOI: 10.1080/01652176.2002.9695127Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article is about equine influenza, a major contagious respiratory illness in horses. It dives into the various aspects of these viruses and the impact on horses, with a strong focus on factors such as epidemiology, diagnosis, and vaccination. The article also calls for additional research to answer unsolved queries and improve understanding of the virus.

Understanding the Research Article

  • Equine Influenza: The paper focuses on equine influenza that severely affects horses. This disease influences their respiratory system and is highly contagious, which means it can quickly spread among horses and causes significant economic losses in the equine industry.
  • Different Aspects of the Virus: The authors delve into various aspects of the virus. These include epidemiology, clinical manifestations, how the virus leads to disease (pathogenesis), changes it induces in horse bodies (pathology), how the horse immune system deals with infection, and methods used to diagnose the disease.
  • Management, Treatment and Vaccination: The article also investigates disease management, treatment options, and the use of vaccinations. Vaccines are a critical aspect of preventing the spread of influenza among horse populations. The authors specifically underscore the importance of vaccination and its role in disease control.

Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Vaccinology Focus

  • Epidemiology: This part explores how equine influenza affects horse populations, its prevalence, how it’s transmitted, and the factors contributing to its spread. Understanding epidemiology is crucial for implementing control measures.
  • Diagnosis: The article elaborates on the different methods used to accurately identify and confirm that a horse is suffering from equine influenza. Timely and correct diagnosis is crucial in preventing further spread and starting adequate treatment.
  • Vaccinology: This is a primary focus in the paper. The authors discuss the progress in producing effective vaccines against equine influenza, challenges encountered, and potential improvements that can be made. The goal is to minimize the risk of outbreaks and quickly control the spread when an outbreak occurs.

Call for Future Research

The paper concludes by identifying gaps and uncertainties that still exist in the field of equine influenza. This involves questions that have remained unanswered and new ones brought to light due to advancements in technology. The authors thus recommend certain priorities for upcoming research, emphasizing the need for continuous investigation to gain a deeper understanding of the virus and develop more effective treatment and prevention strategies.

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van Maanen C, Cullinane A. (2002). Equine influenza virus infections: an update. Vet Q, 24(2), 79-94. https://doi.org/10.1080/01652176.2002.9695127

Publication

The veterinary quarterly
ISSN: 0165-2176
NlmUniqueID: 7909485
Country: England
Language: English
Volume: 24
Issue: 2
Pages: 79-94

Researcher Affiliations

van Maanen, C
  • Animal Health Service, Deventer, The Netherlands. c.v.maanen@gdvdieren.nl
Cullinane, A

    MeSH Terms

    • Animals
    • Horse Diseases / diagnosis
    • Horse Diseases / epidemiology
    • Horse Diseases / etiology
    • Horse Diseases / immunology
    • Horse Diseases / pathology
    • Horse Diseases / prevention & control
    • Horse Diseases / virology
    • Horses
    • Influenza A virus
    • Orthomyxoviridae Infections / veterinary
    • Orthomyxoviridae Infections / virology
    • Viral Vaccines

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