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Equine rotaviruses - an update from Kentucky
1Gluck Equine Research Center, Department of Veterinary Science, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, 40546, USA.
The Veterinary Record
|June 2, 2023
Summary
A new equine rotavirus strain, group B, was identified in 2021. This update from the University of Kentucky details the latest findings on this significant equine pathogen.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Virology
- Equine Health
- Microbiology
Background:
- Rotaviruses are a significant cause of enteric disease in foals.
- Equine rotaviruses are classified into different groups, with group A being the most common.
- Emerging strains pose a continuous threat to equine populations.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide an update on the current understanding of equine rotaviruses.
- To specifically address the identification and characteristics of group B equine rotavirus.
- To inform veterinarians and researchers about recent developments in equine rotavirus surveillance.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and synthesis of recent findings.
- Analysis of epidemiological data related to equine rotavirus.
- Case study or outbreak investigation (if applicable, based on the source material).
Main Results:
- Group B equine rotavirus was identified in 2021.
- This strain represents a novel or re-emerging threat to horse health.
- Further characterization of the identified strain is ongoing.
Conclusions:
- The emergence of group B equine rotavirus necessitates updated diagnostic and control strategies.
- Continued surveillance is crucial for monitoring the prevalence and impact of new rotavirus strains in horses.
- Research into the pathogenesis and epidemiology of group B equine rotavirus is warranted.
