[Current insights into an old problem: BVD (bovine virus diarrhea)]

Area of Science:

• Veterinary Virology
• Epidemiology
• Pathogenesis

Context:

• Recent research has advanced understanding of bovine virus diarrhoea (BVD) epidemiology.
• New insights into the pathogenesis of mucosal disease have emerged.
• Existing knowledge gaps and new questions necessitate a review of current BVD perspectives.

Purpose:

• To discuss recent epidemiological and pathogenetic insights into bovine virus diarrhoea.
• To review the potential damaging effects of BVD infection.
• To address emerging questions in BVD research.

Summary:

• The abstract reviews new findings in bovine virus diarrhoea (BVD) epidemiology and mucosal disease pathogenesis.
• It highlights the need to address questions arising from recent research.
• The review also briefly covers the detrimental impacts of BVD infection on cattle.

Impact:

• Provides a consolidated overview of current BVD knowledge.
• Facilitates further research by identifying knowledge gaps.
• Informs veterinary practice regarding BVD's effects and management.