Actinobacillus capsulatus peritonitis and chyloabdomen in a Warmblood gelding

Summary Primary peritonitis in horses attributable to Actinobacillus equuli has been reported in Australia, New Zealand and North America. Published reports describe a rapid response to treatment with appropriate antimicrobial and supportive treatment and an excellent prognosis for survival. To our...

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Published in:Equine veterinary education 2019-08, Vol.31 (8), p.398-402
Main Authors: Cullimore, A. M., Lester, G. D., Stephens, N.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
abdomen
Actinobacillus
Antiinfectives and antibacterials
chyle
chyloperitoneum
Effusion
horse
Horses
Identification methods
Medical prognosis
Peritonitis
Prognosis
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Summary:Summary Primary peritonitis in horses attributable to Actinobacillus equuli has been reported in Australia, New Zealand and North America. Published reports describe a rapid response to treatment with appropriate antimicrobial and supportive treatment and an excellent prognosis for survival. To our knowledge, this is the first reported case of Actinobacillus capsulatus in the horse. The case was complicated by the development of an idiopathic chylous abdominal effusion. The report highlights the importance of molecular methods in the correct identification of bacterial species. Prognosis for horses diagnosed with Actinobacillus peritonitis may be guarded given the atypical response to appropriate antimicrobial treatment in this case.
ISSN:0957-7734
2042-3292
DOI:10.1111/eve.12874