Transmission of streptococcic lymphadenitis by carrier swine

Schmitz, J.A.; Olson, L.D.

American Journal of Veterinary Research 34(2): 189-190

1973


ISSN/ISBN: 0002-9645
PMID: 4685542
Document Number: 63203
Six SPF pigs were exposed three times during two weeks to group E streptococci. These potential carriers did not develop any visible or palpable abcesses after exposure. Eleven months after exposure only 2 of 6 potential carriers transmitted the disease by contact to susceptible swine. Group E streptococci were not isolated from swab specimens of tonsils and nasal membranes of potential or proved carriers.

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