Botulism in Cattle

A Review of 31 Outbreaks, 1984-1997

Authors

  • Julie Williams New Bolton Center, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, 382 W Street Rd., Kennett Square PA 19348
  • Robert Whitlock New Bolton Center, University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, 382 W Street Rd., Kennett Square PA 19348

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro19985743

Keywords:

case report, Botulism, Clostridia botulinum, Clostridia botulinum spores

Abstract

Case records of 31 herd outbreaks confirmed by the Pennsylvania Botulism Diagnostic Laboratory [PBDL] over the past 13 years (1984-1997) were reviewed. Only cases with positive isolation of the Clostridia botulinum toxin or culture of Clostridia botulinum spores capable of toxin production were included in our review.

Cover image of the 31st Conference Proceedings: A photo of Dr. Eric I. and Mrs. Mary Williams smiling in golden light. Yellow background.

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Published

1998-09-24

Issue

1998

Section

Research Summaries - Beef and General I & II