Pathogenicity and pathogenesis of a recent highly pathogenic avian influenza subtype H5N8 in mule ducklings in Egypt

Background and Aim: In late 2017, an H5N8 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus, clade 2.3.4.4, was isolated from domestic ducks in Egypt, which was associated with high morbidity and low mortality. The pathogenicity increased due to the continuous circulation of virus in ducks. Thus, this...

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Main Authors: Mahmoud M. Abotaleb, Ahlam Mourad, Esraa Fouad, Walied Abdo, Samir A. Nassif
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Veterinary World 2023-01-01
Series:Veterinary World
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Online Access:http://www.veterinaryworld.org/Vol.16/January-2023/7.pdf