Fibrinous colitis - Atlas of swine pathology

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Possible causes: SalmonellosisSwine dysentery

Fibrinous exudation in the small intestine and colon are usually associated with Salmonella spp. infection (as it is this case). Swine dysentery (caused by Brachyspira hyodysenteriae) can also produce fibrinous or ulcerative lesions, but usually restricted to colon. Fibrin adhered to the mucosa surface implies necrosis of the mucosa.