Abstract:Maedi-Visna (MV) is a chronic progressive multisystem disease that may be asymptomatic for several months or years, but progress rapidly, and may result in death, when signs and symptoms evolve. Viral elimination occurs mainly through direct contact with positive animal secretions. There is no vaccine or treatment, and prophylaxis is necessary for the health of the herd. The present study aimed to verify the seropositivity of MV and evaluate the factors associated with the risk in sheep herds in Paraná. A tota… Show more
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