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Leptospirosis

W V Bernard1

  • 1Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital, Lexington, Kentucky.

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
|August 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary
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Equine leptospirosis, particularly serovar Bratislava, is increasingly linked to abortion and neonatal disease in horses. Treatment strategies are extrapolated from other species, with streptomycin, penicillin, and tetracycline suggested for acute and chronic infections.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Equine Health

Background:

  • Equine leptospirosis is historically associated with uveitis.
  • Hepatic and renal involvement are less commonly reported.
  • Serovar Bratislava is now recognized as a host-adapted equine pathogen.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of equine leptospirosis.
  • To highlight the increasing association with abortion and neonatal disease.
  • To discuss potential treatment options.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of equine leptospirosis cases.
  • Analysis of diagnostic advancements.
  • Extrapolation of treatment protocols from other species.

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Main Results:

  • Increased recognition of equine abortion and stillbirth linked to Leptospira.
  • Equine neonatal disease is more frequently diagnosed.
  • Gestational stage and immune status influence outcomes.

Conclusions:

  • Leptospira infection poses a significant risk for equine reproductive failure and neonatal health.
  • Antibiotic choices for equine leptospirosis are based on extrapolation.
  • Streptomycin, penicillin, and tetracycline are logical therapeutic considerations.