Identification by MALDI-TOF Mass Spectometry and Biofilm Formation of Bacteria Isolated From Mare Uterus

Endometritis is one of the main causes of fertility reduction in mares. It can cause several complications such as inability to become pregnant, early embryonic death, abortion, placentitis, neonatal septicemia and post-partum metritis (Troedsson MHT, 1999, Theriogenology, 52, 461-471). A correct diagnosis, together with characterization of degree and type of inflammation, is of extreme relevance and therapeutic protocol should be specific for each (Cadario M, 2014; The Practitioner, vol.1,pp. 21 –25).
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research