How efficacious are vaccines against bovine respiratory syncytial virus in cattle?

Vet Microbiol. 2017 Jul:206:59-68. doi: 10.1016/j.vetmic.2016.11.030. Epub 2016 Dec 5.

Abstract

Bovine respiratory syncytial virus (BRSV) is a paramyxovirus that is the major cause of pneumonia in calves. Vaccines for this important pathogen have been available since the late 1970's. This review is a critical assessment of the literature including, experimental challenge studies and field trials, that address the efficacy of commonly used vaccines to control respiratory disease caused by BRSV.

Keywords: BRSV; Intranasal; Parenteral; Vaccine.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Cattle
  • Cattle Diseases / prevention & control*
  • Cattle Diseases / virology
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections / prevention & control
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections / veterinary*
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infections / virology
  • Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Bovine / immunology*