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The dual nature of Clostridium perfringens type A in neonatal piglets: commensal and pathogen

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Rodrigo Otávio Silveira Silva, Laboratório de Anaeróbios, Escola de Veterinária da Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG)

Preventing C. perfringens type A diarrhea in newborn piglets commonly involves sow vaccination with alpha toxoid, maximizing colostrum intake, and reducing environmental contamination. Routine disinfection of farrowing rooms is considered a crucial preventive measure for C. perfringens type A control. Although antimicrobials were previously added to sow feed during the pre-farrowing period, this practice is no longer recommended due to the growing issue of antimicrobial resistance. Furthermore, it is important to note that C. perfringens can also act as a...

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