Gross and histologic lesions of adenovirus group I in guinea fowl

Avian species show distinct differences in pathologic presentations due to avian adenovirus infections. The role of adenoviruses as pathogens is well documented in certain diseases but not as well documented in other clinical conditions. Quail bronchitis and inclusion body hepatitis due to group I adenovirus affect primarily the trachea and liver, respectively . 5,9 Group II adenovirus in marble spleen disease (MSD) of pheasants and hemorrhagic enteritis of turkeys affects primarily the respiratory and digestive systems, respectively. 2,5