Epizootic lymphangitis in horses: a review of the literature

摘要: Epizootic lymphangitis is a relatively common infectious disease of horses and other liquids in certain parts the world. The infection rate varies according to geographic area age animal. most commonly characterised by cord-like appearance subcutaneous lymphatic cutaneous pyogranulomas, discharge from which contains spherical or pear-shaped bodies causal agent, Histoplasma farciminosum. Diagnosis can be made demonstration typical organisms stained smears, culture tissue sections. Serological tests skin hypersensitivity test have been described. Amphotericin B drug choice for treatment clinical cases. An attenuated vaccine killed formalized are available used endemic areas control disease.