Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Treatment of presumptive idiopathic immune-mediated anemia in a Holstein heifer, using blood transfusions and corticotherapy.
- Journal:
- The Canadian veterinary journal = La revue veterinaire canadienne
- Year:
- 2006
- Authors:
- Lallemand, Michaël et al.
- Affiliation:
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Vé
Abstract
An idiopathic immune-mediated anemia was diagnosed in a 1-year-old Holstein heifer. The diagnostic procedures, blood transfusions, use of an immunosuppressive dosage of dexamethasone, and favorable outcome are described, and idiopathic immune-mediated anemia in mammals is briefly reviewed.
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