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Mycobacterial infections in cats and dogs
Author(s) -
GunnMoore Danièlle,
Dean Rachel,
Shaw Susan
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
in practice
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.211
H-Index - 25
eISSN - 2042-7689
pISSN - 0263-841X
DOI - 10.1136/inp.c5313
Subject(s) - cats , medicine , intensive care medicine
Mycobacterial infections are not commonly recognised in cats and dogs in the UK. However, with improved recognition they are now being diagnosed more frequently, at least in cats. This article discusses the causes of infection, possible clinical signs and methods of diagnosis, and considers the complexities of treatment and potential therapeutic options. It also outlines the prospects for prognosis.