Abstract

NAVARRO LOPEZ, Roberto et al. Epidemiological characterization of vesicular stomatitis in Mexico (1981-2012). Rev. mex. de cienc. pecuarias [online]. 2015, vol.6, n.3, pp.277-294. ISSN 2448-6698.

The present study aims to improve the surveillance system of vesicular diseases in Mexico, using the strategic planning system, by identifying endemic areas in which the New Jersey serotype viral lineages are stable and by analyzing the information generated during 32 yr of monitoring. We show the necessary elements for building the Matrix of Results Indicators (MRI) that could be used on the vesicular diseases surveillance program in Mexico and in other affected countries. The results that allowed the characterization of the epidemiological areas where the virus of vesicular stomatitis (VS) remains in a secular way in Mexico are presented. Elements for disease prevention are also provided in order to improve the live animal international trade.

Keywords : Vesicular stomatitis; Horse export; Endemic stomatitis; Vectors.