PRO/AH/EDR> Undiagnosed pneumonia, caprine, ovine – Kyrgyzstan (02): CCPP susp.

Pneumonia — Kyrgyzstan
The gross pathology is most consistent with CCPP [contagious caprine pleuropneumonia]. The unilateral nature, consolidation and pleuritis. It is also a slowly progressive disease and thus the age.
Secondary pathogens are likely as Mycoplasma impact the mucociliary apparatus.

Dr. Richard A. French
VP Animal Health Diagnostic Services
CP Group – China

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[2] Regional transparency issue; suggested diagnosis – CCPP
Date: Mon 15 Aug 2016
Source: EpiCore Global Surveillance