Swine Respiratory Disease

Overview:
A focused reference on respiratory diseases of pigs, a major cause of economic loss in swine production. It covers the viral and bacterial pathogens of the porcine respiratory disease complex and their interactions. Diagnosis, vaccination and management-based control are discussed. It supports swine practitioners in herd health planning.

Key Topics Covered:

• Porcine respiratory disease complex
• PRRS virus and swine influenza
• Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae
• Actinobacillus pleuropneumoniae and Pasteurella
• Diagnostic sampling and lung scoring
• Vaccination and environmental control

Target Audience:
Swine Practitioners, Swine Researchers, Veterinary Students