Ascending placentitis in the mare: A review

<p>Abstract</p> <p>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 vita...

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Main Authors: Cummins C, Carrington S, Fitzpatrick E, Duggan V
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-05-01
Series:Irish Veterinary Journal
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Online Access:http://www.irishvetjournal.org/content/61/5/307