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Isolation of Mycoplasma hyosynoviae from pneumonic lung of swine
H Dahlia1, L J Tan, Z Zarrahimah
1Veterinary Research Institute, 31400 Ipoh Perak, Malaysia. dahlia@jphvri.gov.my
Abstract:
The isolation of Mycoplasma hyosynoviae from a piglet with severe pneumonia is described. This is the first report of M. hyosynoviae isolation in the country. The lung sample where the isolation was made was severely consolidated, suppurative and pleurisy. The pathogenicity of the M. hyosynoviae isolated has yet to be determined.
Insights
Mycoplasma hyosynoviae was isolated from a piglet with severe pneumonia, marking the first report in the country. Further studies are needed to determine the pathogenicity of this Mycoplasma hyosynoviae strain.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Microbiology
- Animal Pathology
Background:
- Mycoplasma hyosynoviae is a known swine pathogen.
- Pneumonia is a significant respiratory disease in piglets.
Purpose of the Study:
- To report the first isolation of Mycoplasma hyosynoviae in the country.
- To document the pathological findings associated with the isolation.
Main Methods:
- Bacteriological isolation from lung tissue.
- Gross pathological examination of lung samples.
Main Results:
- Mycoplasma hyosynoviae was successfully isolated from a piglet with severe pneumonia.
- Lung tissue exhibited severe consolidation, suppuration, and pleurisy.
Conclusions:
- This is the first documented isolation of Mycoplasma hyosynoviae in the country.
- The pathogenicity of this specific isolate requires further investigation.
