Mycoplasmas in Swine

Swine Mycoplasmas

Mycoplasmas in Swine provides up-to-date scientific, clinical, and practical information on the major pathogenic Mycoplasma species affecting pigs. It places particular emphasis on Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae, the economically most important swine Mycoplasma, while also covering M. hyorhinis, M. hyosynoviae, and M. suis. The book brings together contributions from international scientists and clinicians and is intended for veterinarians, researchers, diagnostic laboratories, educators, and swine-health professionals.

Key Features

• Major Mycoplasma infections in swine
• Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae
• M. hyorhinis and M. hyosynoviae
• Mycoplasma suis
• Pathogenesis and disease development
• Clinical signs and lesions
• Epidemiology and transmission
• Diagnostic methods
• Prevention and control
• Treatment and antimicrobial management
• Vaccination strategies
• Pig health and welfare
• Economic impact on swine production
• Evidence-based veterinary information
• Contributions from international specialists