A Clinician’s Perspective on Avian Ganglioneuritis and Avian Bornavirus

This non-interactive, RACE-approved webinar recording by Dr. Brenna Fitzgerald reviews avian ganglioneuritis (formerly proventricular dilatation disease or PDD) and avian bornavirus, which are extremely complex and potentially confusing topics. This lecture begins with what is currently known (including varying viewpoints among the scientific community) and emphasizes what clinicians need to know about this disease, including diagnostic and treatment options. The latest discoveries reported in the literature are discussed to help guide best practices . . .


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Fitzgerald B. A clinician’s perspective on avian ganglioneuritis and avian bornavirus. LafeberVet web site. Jan 17, 2023. Available at  https://lafeber.com/vet/a-clinicians-perspective-on-avian-ganglioneuritis-and-avian-bornavirus/