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Retrospective study on the prevalence of Aujeszky's disease in major pig producing provinces in the Philippines (2006-2010)

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Quilitis, M.; Torrents, D.; Torres, I.; Bautista, C.; Magcalas, J.; Maldonado, J.; Llopart, D.

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IPVS Congress, 2012

Control and eradication program for PrV/ADV involves implementation of methodical approach of vaccination and biosecurity procedures. In some farms, depopulation and re-stocking in PrV/ADV endemic areas can be a better option in the eradication program.

Pseudorabies virus (PrV) or Aujeszky’s disease virus (ADV) has been considered as one of the most economically important swine diseases and has been recognized as an important cause of mortality in swine of all ages and reproductive failure in breeding animals. The objective of this study is to assess the prevalence of the disease in major pig-producing provinces in the Philippines over-time.

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