The Expert Talks

Pedro Rubio describes the main characteristics of Porcine Proliferative Enteropathy

(known as ileitis), including its etiology, pathogenesis, and epidemiology.

It is an important disease because it is widespread.

In many studies, it has been shown that the infection is present on most of the farms.

Ileitis causes two very different clinical pictures.

The chronic clinical presentation is the most common one.

Standard hygiene measures must be accompanied by correct vaccination.

The use of antibiotics is declining, due to international regulations and consumer concerns.