Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Equine piroplasmosis.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2014
- Authors:
- Wise, L Nicki et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Large Animal Medicine and Surgery
- Species:
- horse
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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