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Title: AVIAN PARAMYXOVIRUS INFECTIONS

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Submitted to: Merck Veterinary Manual
Publication Type: Book / Chapter
Publication Acceptance Date: September 3, 2002
Publication Date: March 9, 2005
Citation: Swayne, D.E. Avian paramyxovirus infections. Merck Veterinary Manual 9th ed, p. 2259, 2005.

Interpretive Summary: Not required.

Technical Abstract: Avian paramyxovirus infections have been reported for chickens and turkeys in association with respiratory disease or drops in egg production. This book chapter provides general information on etiology, clinical signs, lesions, diagnosis, prevention and control of avian paramyxoviruses except Newcastle disease for the veterinary practitioner.

     
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