Getting Prepared

One constant in veterinary practice is “change,” and in the case of infectious diseases, not only is our understanding of potential pathogens improving—a positive change—but also many features of the pathogens are changing, perhaps posing new clinical challenges. Antimicrobial resistance is an increasingly concerning feature in m anaging bacterial diseases in horses of all ages, including Rhodococcus equi. Dr Sanz provides context for management options, including active surveillance, and reviews considerations in adjunct plasma administration.
Source: Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Tags: Preface Source Type: research