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The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice2014; 30(3); 677-693; doi: 10.1016/j.cveq.2014.08.008

Equine piroplasmosis.

Abstract: Equine piroplasmosis, caused by the parasites Theileria equi and Babesia caballi, is a globally important disease, affecting a large percentage of the world's horses. This article serves as a review of these divergent parasites. Discussed are the clinical presentation of disease, diagnosis, and treatment. Special attention is given to the current disease status specifically in North America.
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Publication Date: 2014-10-06 PubMed ID: 25300637DOI: 10.1016/j.cveq.2014.08.008Google Scholar: Lookup
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The research article is a comprehensive review of equine piroplasmosis, a disease affecting horses globally, its clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment techniques, and its current impact in North America.

Overview of Equine Piroplasmosis

  • The article discusses equine piroplasmosis, a disease caused by two distinct parasites, Theileria equi and Babesia caballi, that affects horses globally.
  • This condition is of global concern and affects a significant number of horses worldwide.

Clinical Presentation of Disease

  • The research elaborates on the clinical symptoms that afflicted horses demonstrate when they have equine piroplasmosis.
  • By understanding the signs and symptoms, healthcare practitioners can make a more accurate diagnosis and implement effective treatment protocols.

Diagnosis and Treatment

  • The article provides details on the diagnostic procedures utilized to confirm the presence of either Theileria equi or Babesia caballi, the parasites causing the disease.
  • Further, the research reviews current treatment strategies to manage horses affected by this condition, even mentioning that the disease’s management may differ depending on the specific parasite involved.

Equine Piroplasmosis in North America

  • A significant component of the study is an evaluation of the current status of equine piroplasmosis in North America.
  • The interpretation of this data will help stakeholders to understand the prevalence of the disease in this region and the effectiveness of the current measures being implemented to control it.

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Wise LN, Pelzel-McCluskey AM, Mealey RH, Knowles DP. (2014). Equine piroplasmosis. Vet Clin North Am Equine Pract, 30(3), 677-693. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cveq.2014.08.008

Publication

The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
ISSN: 1558-4224
NlmUniqueID: 8511904
Country: United States
Language: English
Volume: 30
Issue: 3
Pages: 677-693
PII: S0749-0739(14)00066-2

Researcher Affiliations

Wise, L Nicki
  • Department of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery, St. George's University, USDA ARS ADRU, True Blue PO Box 7, St. George's, Grenada, West Indies. Electronic address: lwise1@sgu.edu.
Pelzel-McCluskey, Angela M
  • Surveillance, Preparedness, and Response Services, USDA APHIS Veterinary Services, 2150 Centre Avenue, Building B, Mailstop 3E113, Fort Collins, CO 80526, USA.
Mealey, Robert H
  • Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Washington State University, PO Box 647040, Pullman, WA 99164-7040, USA.
Knowles, Donald P
  • Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology, USDA ARS ADRU, Washington State University, PO Box 46630, Pullman, WA 99164, USA.

MeSH Terms

  • Animals
  • Babesia / isolation & purification
  • Babesiosis / drug therapy
  • Babesiosis / epidemiology
  • Babesiosis / prevention & control
  • Babesiosis / therapy
  • Disease Outbreaks / veterinary
  • Equidae
  • Horse Diseases / drug therapy
  • Horse Diseases / epidemiology
  • Horse Diseases / parasitology
  • Horse Diseases / prevention & control
  • Horses
  • North America / epidemiology
  • Theileria / isolation & purification
  • Theileriasis / drug therapy
  • Theileriasis / epidemiology
  • Theileriasis / prevention & control
  • Theileriasis / therapy

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