Ascending placentitis in the mare: A review

Ascending placentitis is a condition that occurs late in pregnancy when bacteria enter the sterile uterus from the lower reproductive tract. It leads to abortion or the birth of premature and weakened foals. Early detection and treatment of this condition is vital for ensuring the production of a vi...

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Main Authors: Cummins, C, Carrington, S, Fitzpatrick, E, Duggan, V
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: BioMed Central 2008
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3113861/