Coligranulomatosis of the chickens

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The Coligranulomatose or Hjärre disease ( English : Hjärre disease ) is one having granulomas associated rare infectious disease of chickens and turkeys , caused by the bacterium Escherichia coli is caused.

etiology

Usually the pathogens are slimy coli strains. The O groups are usually 8, 9 or 16. Parasitic infestation of the intestine is a favoring factor.

clinic

The clinic is very atypical. Granulomas in the intestinal wall, liver and other organs are noticeable during dissection .

diagnosis

Bacteriological examination with typing.

Therapy and prophylaxis

Therapies do not promise success. As a preventive measure, we recommend eradicating the sick animals, treating the parasite infestation and taking hygiene measures.

literature

  • Medical microbiology, infection and epidemic theory von Rolle / Mayr, Enke Verlag Stuttgart (2007)