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Chapter 26 Immunoglobulin Therapy Flashcards

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What is the main purpose of immunoglobulin administration in equine practice?

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To provide passive immunity, manage infectious diseases, and offer immunomodulation for conditions like immune-mediated thrombocytopenia.

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What are the forms of immunoglobulin products used in equine therapy?

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Plasma, serum, or concentrated immunoglobulin proteins.

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What conditions indicate the use of immunoglobulin therapy in horses?

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Failure of passive transfer, prophylaxis from infectious diseases, management of infectious gastrointestinal diseases, hypoproteinemia, endotoxin neutralization, and immune-mediated thrombocytopenia.

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What document aids equine practitioners in selecting immunoglobulin products?

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The AAEP Biologics and Therapeutic Agents Committee’s White Paper on Equine Plasma and Serum Products.

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Why is the use of licensed products preferred over non-licensed ones in immunoglobulin therapy?

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Licensed products ensure safety, efficacy, and regulatory compliance, whereas non-licensed products lack regulatory oversight.

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What should practitioners do if they are uncertain about the licensing process for immunoglobulin products?

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Contact the USDA Center for Veterinary Biologics or visit their website for information.

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What are the main advantages of using fresh-frozen plasma in neonatal foals with failure of passive transfer?

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Increases circulating IgG concentration, provides bactericidal and neutralizing activities, and improves cardiovascular stability.

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What is the target IgG concentration in neonatal foals receiving plasma for failure of passive transfer?

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Above 800 mg/dL, ideally above 1000 mg/dL.

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What are the primary pathogens against which immunoglobulins provide protection in foals with failure of passive transfer?

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Gram-negative bacteria.

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What is the standard dose of fresh-frozen plasma for a foal with partial failure of passive transfer?

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20 mL/kg, approximately 1 L of plasma per 50 kg foal.

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What are the potential adverse reactions during plasma transfusion in foals?

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Elevated respiratory rate or effort, tachycardia, pyrexia, and hypersensitivity reactions.

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When should circulating IgG concentration be re-evaluated after plasma transfusion in foals?

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Approximately 2–4 hours following the transfusion.

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What conditions might necessitate repeat plasma transfusions in foals?

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Ongoing sepsis and pathogen challenge.

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What is the purpose of administering immunoglobulins to septic equine patients?

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To neutralize circulating endotoxin and manage systemic inflammatory response.

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What are the key components of endotoxin in Gram-negative bacteria?

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Lipopolysaccharide (LPS).

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What are the clinical signs of endotoxemia in horses?

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Altered core body temperature, tachycardia, injected mucous membranes, prolonged capillary refill time, and intestinal hypomotility.

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What severe complications can arise from endotoxemia in horses?

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Disseminated intravascular coagulation, vascular thrombosis, and laminitis.

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What types of plasma products are preferred for endotoxemic patients?

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Products originating from horses hyperimmunized against Salmonella and E. coli.

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What additional proteins in fresh-frozen plasma benefit septic equine patients?

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Albumin, protein C, fibronectin, and antithrombin.

20
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Why is fibronectin important in managing septic equine patients?

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It aids in the clearance of immune complexes, damaged platelets, and particulate matter, stabilizes blood clot organization, and facilitates wound healing.

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What is the significance of antithrombin in treating septic horses?

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Provides anticoagulant and anti-inflammatory properties, and its restoration is crucial for managing coagulation disorders.

22
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What is a potential risk of combining heparin with antithrombin in plasma transfusion?

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Heparin may attenuate the anti-inflammatory effects of antithrombin.

23
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What is the recommended treatment for hypoproteinemic equine patients?

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Human albumin has been reported as a safe and efficacious colloidal therapy, though large-scale clinical trials are lacking.

24
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What adverse reactions can occur with the use of human albumin in equine patients?

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Facial swelling and delayed-type hypersensitivity reactions.

25
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What is the primary aim of administering hyperimmune plasma against Rhodococcus equi in foals?

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To prevent R. equi-associated pneumonia on endemic farms.

26
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What are important considerations for administering hyperimmune plasma for Rhodococcus equi prophylaxis?

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Administer at least 1 L of licensed hyperimmune plasma no later than the second day of life, with a possible additional liter at 14–32 days of age.

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What is the role of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) therapy in treating immune-mediated thrombocytopenia (IMT) in horses?

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Dilutes and removes antibodies targeted against platelet surface proteins, providing therapeutic benefit.

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What is the recommended dose of plasma for treating IMT in horses?

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20 ml/kg/day for 2–5 days.

29
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What are the multifaceted mechanisms of treatment success with high-dose plasma transfusion for IMT?

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Blocked Fc receptor binding, steric hindrance of immune complex adherence, enhanced T-lymphocyte suppressor activity, and reduced B-lymphocyte function.

30
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What is the main immunologic benefit of immunoglobulin therapy in horses with hypoproteinemia?

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Provides essential proteins, increases oncotic pressure, and improves cardiovascular stability.

31
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What are the potential risks associated with the administration of immunoglobulin therapy?

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Immediate or delayed hypersensitivity reactions, hypocalcemia, intravascular volume overexpansion, and hepatic necrosis.

32
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Why is close patient monitoring imperative during immunoglobulin therapy?

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To detect and manage potential adverse hypersensitivity reactions.

33
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What is the significance of using licensed immunoglobulin products?

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Ensures the product is harvested from healthy donors free from infectious diseases, and adheres to regulatory standards for safety and efficacy.

34
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What are the clinical signs of a hypersensitivity reaction to plasma transfusion?

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Elevated respiratory rate or effort, tachycardia, pyrexia, and anaphylaxis.

35
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What is the effect of ongoing sepsis on the half-life of circulating antibody proteins from plasma transfusion?

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Results in enhanced catabolism and an abbreviated half-life of circulating antibody proteins.

36
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What is the purpose of hyperimmunizing donor horses for plasma products?

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To ensure high levels of specific antibodies against targeted pathogens, providing effective prophylaxis and treatment.

37
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What is the role of antithrombin in managing coagulopathies in septic horses?

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Restores depleted antithrombin levels, providing anticoagulant and anti-inflammatory effects.

38
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What are the benefits of fresh-frozen plasma in managing endotoxemia?

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Neutralizes endotoxins, provides essential proteins, and improves coagulation and inflammatory profiles.

39
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What are the potential benefits of using immunoglobulin therapy in equine patients with severe gastrointestinal diseases?

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Regulates altered coagulation profiles, balances inflammatory pathways, and improves overall patient stability.

40
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What is the impact of fibronectin on the immune response in septic equine patients?

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Facilitates the clearance of immune complexes and stabilizes blood clot organization, aiding in the resolution of systemic inflammation.

41
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What is the recommended dose of fresh-frozen plasma for foals with complete failure of passive transfer?

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Up to 2 L to achieve adequate IgG levels.

42
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What are the clinical indications for using hyperimmune plasma against Streptococcus equi in horses?

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Treatment of Streptococcus equi infections, including Strangles.

43
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What is the role of endotoxin-neutralizing immunoglobulins in managing Gram-negative sepsis?

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Reduces the expression and signaling of inflammatory mediators, improving clinical outcomes.

44
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What is the therapeutic effect of immunoglobulin therapy in immune-mediated thrombocytopenia?

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Dilution and removal of antibodies targeted against platelet surface proteins, enhancing platelet survival.

45
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What is the potential adverse reaction of hepatic necrosis associated with plasma therapy called?

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Theiler’s disease.

46
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What are the clinical outcomes of using human albumin as a colloidal therapy in equine patients?

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Safe and efficacious, though adverse events like hypersensitivity reactions may occur.

47
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What is the importance of administering immunoglobulin therapy prior to pathogen challenge in foals?

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Provides protection against infections, reducing morbidity and mortality during the perinatal period.

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