Epizootic
Epizootic
Epizootic (pronounced: /ˌepɪzoʊˈoʊtɪk/) is a term used in veterinary medicine to describe a disease event in an animal population, analogous to an epidemic in humans.
Etymology
The term "Epizootic" is derived from the Greek words "epi" meaning "upon", and "zoon" meaning "animal".
Definition
An Epizootic is a disease that appears as new cases in a given animal population, during a given period, at a rate that substantially exceeds what is "expected" based on recent experience (i.e. a sharp elevation in the incidence rate). Epizootic diseases are often characterized by their high rate of spread and global distribution.
Related Terms
- Epidemic: A widespread occurrence of an infectious disease in a community at a particular time.
- Pandemic: An epidemic of disease that has spread across a large region, for instance multiple continents, or worldwide.
- Endemic: A disease that exists permanently in a particular region or population.
- Zoonosis: A disease that can be transmitted to humans from animals.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Epizootic
- Wikipedia's article - Epizootic
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