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Johne's disease and the practitioner.

J R Duncan, C E Hall, C de Lisle

    The Cornell Veterinarian
    |January 1, 1978
    PubMed
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    Diagnosing Mycobacterium paratuberculosis in cattle is complex due to varied immune responses. Initial diagnosis requires fecal smears and serological tests, with herd evaluation needing fecal cultures and immunodiffusion for effective control.

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    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Immunology
    • Bacteriology
    • Animal Health

    Background:

    • Mycobacterium paratuberculosis causes Johne's disease in cattle, presenting a spectrum of clinical and immunological manifestations.
    • The variable immune response in infected cattle complicates diagnostic accuracy and disease management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline diagnostic strategies for Mycobacterium paratuberculosis infections in cattle.
    • To recommend integrated approaches for herd evaluation and disease control.

    Main Methods:

    • Initial diagnosis involves direct fecal smears and serological tests (e.g., immunodiffusion) for suspicious clinical cases.
    • Herd-level assessment utilizes fecal cultures combined with immunodiffusion.
    • Disease control strategies incorporate stringent hygiene, ongoing herd surveillance, and post-mortem confirmation.

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    Main Results:

    • A spectral nature of infection and immunological response necessitates a multi-faceted diagnostic approach.
    • Combined fecal and serological testing improves diagnostic sensitivity and specificity.
    • Integrated management and surveillance are crucial for controlling Mycobacterium paratuberculosis.

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate diagnosis of Mycobacterium paratuberculosis in cattle relies on a combination of direct and indirect testing methods.
    • Effective herd management and control programs require continuous surveillance and rigorous hygiene protocols.
    • Post-mortem examination remains essential for confirming infection in culled animals.