Part of the 'Essential Guides on Swine Health and Production' series, this volume examines the impact of Lawsonia intracellularis, an obligate intracellular, gram-negative bacterium that primarily affects the intestinal tracts of pigs and other species. The book details the progression of intestinal lesions and the clinical signs of proliferative enteropathy, such as diarrhea and weight loss. It provides evidence-based guidance on diagnostic techniques, including histopathology and PCR testing. Additionally, the text evaluates various control measures, including the use of prophylactic antibiotics like tiamulin and the implementation of avirulent live vaccines to prevent outbreaks and mitigate economic losses in commercial swine production.
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This guide on Lawsonia intracellularis infections in swine describes the epidemiology of the disease and how to achieve good control mechanisms and minimise risks in order to optimise performance and prevent associated losses. Fully illustrated throughout with colour images, it makes a useful resource for veterinary and animal science students as well as farm managers and veterinary practitioners.
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ISBN: 9788417640552
- 1. Introduction, 2. Impact of Lawsonia intracellularis infections on pig farms (Economics, Feed conversion and weight gain), 3. What is Lawsonia intracellularis? (Bacteria – intracellular, How does L. intracellularis infect the pig intestine)
Steven McOrist
Dr. Steven McOrist is a veterinarian and researcher who graduated from the University of Melbourne. He was a member of the research team that first successfully cultured and named the bacterium Lawsonia intracellularis, fulfilling Koch’s postulates for the pathogen. His professional career includes serving as an Associate Professor at Tufts University and the University of Nottingham, as well as holding the position of director of veterinary and technical services for QAF (Bunge) Industries. He currently operates as a consultant pig veterinarian in the Asia-Pacific region and has published extensively on swine diseases, including contributions to the standard textbook 'Diseases of Swine'.
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