What are the signs and symptoms of feline calicivirus (CVF) infection?
Etiology
Epidemiology
Pathogenesis
Clinical signs
Diagnosis
Treatment
Immunization
Prevention
The CVF is a highly contagious virus that is widespread in the feline species.
The main mode of transmission is through direct contact between two cats.
The CVF can cause lesions in the oropharynx, lungs, joints, and viscera.
The detection of antibodies by serology is useful for diagnosis.
The use of hypochlorite sodium is the best disinfectant for surfaces and instruments.
The vaccination protocol for cats includes primovaccination, revaccination, and vaccination of immunocompromised cats.
The prevalence of CVF infection in a group of cats is proportional to the number of cats that live together.
The CVF can be infectious for up to one month in dry environments at an average temperature.