CN: 25-598
Species: Ruminant, Bovine
Specimen:
Heart
Shown:
Necrohemorrhagic myocarditis, suspect blackleg (Clostridium chauvoei)
Etiology:
Clostridium chauvoei
- Found naturally in the intestinal tract of animals.
- Pass through the wall of the gastrointestinal tract to enter the bloodstream.
- Deposited in tissues and may remain dormant.
References:
Stämpfli, Merck Veterinary Manual
