Pleuropneumonia.
The historical, clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic aspects of pleuropneumonia are reviewed with emphasis placed on aggressive treatment and ultrasound diagnosis. The common sequelae are described, and appropriate treatment recommendations are included. A favorable prognosis may be expected for horses receiving long-term treatment.
Byars
T D
TD
Hagyard-Davidson-McGee Associates, PSC, Lexington, Kentucky.
Becht
J L
JL
D000818:Animals; D006734:Horse Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy; D006736:Horses; D011001:Pleuropneumonia / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000662:veterinary*; D011379:Prognosis