Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Pneumonia II: Pathophysiology01:29

Pneumonia II: Pathophysiology

414
The pathophysiology of pneumonia involves the following steps:
414
Pneumonia I: Introduction01:30

Pneumonia I: Introduction

300
Pneumonia is an acute respiratory infection that targets the lungs, specifically the alveoli. These tiny air sacs, essential for oxygen exchange, become engorged with pus and fluid, severely hindering breathing, decreasing oxygen absorption, and causing significant pain and discomfort during respiration.
Risk Factors
Various factors influence the likelihood of developing pneumonia. Age plays a crucial role, with infants, children under two, and individuals over 65 at increased risk due to their...
300
Pneumonia III: Complications and Assessment01:30

Pneumonia III: Complications and Assessment

344
Pneumonia poses the potential for numerous complications that warrant consideration. These complications include the following:
344
Sputum Studies II: Culture and Sensitivity01:20

Sputum Studies II: Culture and Sensitivity

512
Description
Sputum culture and sensitivity is a medical procedure used to diagnose bacterial infections in the respiratory tract and select the most appropriate antibiotics for treatment. This process involves analyzing sputum samples of thick and opaque secretions produced in the lungs and airways. These samples are collected from patients and then sent to the laboratory for analysis.
The test can identify various pathogens responsible for respiratory infections, including Streptococcus,...
512
Variability: Analysis01:11

Variability: Analysis

174
Measures of variability are statistical metrics that reveal the dispersion pattern within a dataset. They are pivotal in biostatistics, providing insights into the heterogeneity within health and biological data. Variability signifies the degree to which data points diverge from one another, helping researchers understand the potential range of values and associated uncertainty within the data.
The range is a simple measure of variability, indicating the difference between the highest and...
174

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

First PCR-Confirmed Case of Feline Hemoplasmosis in Bosnia and Herzegovina with a Long-Term Follow-Up.

Veterinary sciences·2026
Same author

Preliminary Data on the Antiviral Activity of <i>Helleborus bocconei</i> subsp. <i>intermedius</i> Root Extracts Against Animal Herpesviruses.

Microorganisms·2025
Same author

Recent Role of Microorganisms of the <i>Mollicutes</i> Class in the Etiology of Bovine Respiratory Disease.

Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)·2024
Same author

First Description of <i>Mycoplasma agalactiae</i> Anatomical Localization in Naturally Infected Hard Ticks (<i>Rhipicephalus bursa</i>).

Microorganisms·2024
Same author

Differential Gene Expression in Porcine Lung Compartments after Experimental Infection with <i>Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae</i>.

Animals : an open access journal from MDPI·2024
Same author

Seroprevalence of leptospirosis among stray dogs in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Comparative immunology, microbiology and infectious diseases·2024
Same journal

Five-Year Risk of CIN3+ After CIN1 Biopsy in a Norwegian Screening Setting: Comparison of CIN1 Diagnosed in a Single Calendar Year and in Two Consecutive Calendar Years.

Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)·2026
Same journal

Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia (VAP) Prevention Bundle: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Saudi Study to Assess Knowledge, Adherence, and Perceived Barriers Among ICU Practitioners in Hail Region.

Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)·2026
Same journal

Anti-<i>Borrelia</i> IgG Seropositivity Among Hemodialysis Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease of Unknown Etiology: A Preliminary Case-Control Study from Northern Türkiye.

Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)·2026
Same journal

Molecular Characterization of Hemotropic <i>Mycoplasma</i> spp. From Bats (Chiroptera) in the Northern Pantanal, Brazil.

Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)·2026
Same journal

Characterization of Durum-Einkorn Amphiploids for Introgression of Powdery Mildew Resistance from Einkorn into Common Wheat.

Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)·2026
Same journal

Human Orthohantavirus Infections: A Narrative Review.

Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Aug 16, 2025

Antigen-Capture Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay for Specific Detection of Mycoplasma pneumoniae
06:04

Antigen-Capture Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay for Specific Detection of Mycoplasma pneumoniae

Published on: February 24, 2023

2.5K

Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae: A Most Variable Pathogen.

Zinka Maksimović1, Maid Rifatbegović1, Guido Ruggero Loria2

  • 1Department of Pathobiology and Epidemiology, Veterinary Faculty, University of Sarajevo, Zmaja od Bosne 90, 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Pathogens (Basel, Switzerland)
|December 23, 2022
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae is a respiratory pathogen affecting sheep, goats, and wild ruminants. Research gaps exist in understanding its epidemiology, virulence, and developing effective vaccines and treatments.

Keywords:
Mycoplasma ovipneumoniaemycoplasma variabilityrespiratory diseasesmall ruminantswild ruminants

More Related Videos

A Non-invasive and Technically Non-intensive Method for Induction and Phenotyping of Experimental Bacterial Pneumonia in Mice
07:43

A Non-invasive and Technically Non-intensive Method for Induction and Phenotyping of Experimental Bacterial Pneumonia in Mice

Published on: September 28, 2016

9.2K
Following in Real Time the Impact of Pneumococcal Virulence Factors in an Acute Mouse Pneumonia Model Using Bioluminescent Bacteria
11:32

Following in Real Time the Impact of Pneumococcal Virulence Factors in an Acute Mouse Pneumonia Model Using Bioluminescent Bacteria

Published on: February 23, 2014

15.1K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Aug 16, 2025

Antigen-Capture Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay for Specific Detection of Mycoplasma pneumoniae
06:04

Antigen-Capture Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay for Specific Detection of Mycoplasma pneumoniae

Published on: February 24, 2023

2.5K
A Non-invasive and Technically Non-intensive Method for Induction and Phenotyping of Experimental Bacterial Pneumonia in Mice
07:43

A Non-invasive and Technically Non-intensive Method for Induction and Phenotyping of Experimental Bacterial Pneumonia in Mice

Published on: September 28, 2016

9.2K
Following in Real Time the Impact of Pneumococcal Virulence Factors in an Acute Mouse Pneumonia Model Using Bioluminescent Bacteria
11:32

Following in Real Time the Impact of Pneumococcal Virulence Factors in an Acute Mouse Pneumonia Model Using Bioluminescent Bacteria

Published on: February 23, 2014

15.1K

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Microbiology
  • Pathogen Research
  • Animal Health

Background:

  • Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae is a significant respiratory pathogen in sheep and goats.
  • It is increasingly detected in wild ruminants (Cervidae), posing new ecological and health concerns.
  • The pathogen exhibits a broad host range and considerable genetic and phenotypic diversity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae.
  • To identify research gaps concerning its epidemiology, pathology, virulence, and control.
  • To highlight challenges in diagnosis, treatment, and vaccine development.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae research.
  • Synthesis of information on epidemiology, clinical presentation, and virulence factors.
  • Analysis of data on genotypic and phenotypic variability, metabolism, and antimicrobial susceptibility.

Main Results:

  • Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae causes severe respiratory disease, often with multiple strains involved.
  • Pathogenicity mechanisms include peroxide and toxin production.
  • Strain variability impacts diagnosis, treatment efficacy, and vaccine development.
  • Antimicrobial susceptibility varies widely, complicating treatment.

Conclusions:

  • Significant knowledge gaps remain regarding Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae.
  • Further research is needed on its epidemiology in wild ruminants, virulence factors, and strain diversity.
  • Development of effective vaccines and targeted antimicrobial strategies is hampered by pathogen heterogeneity.