clear cells and intrauterine fluid accumulation post- breeding when compared to control cycles. Controls had a significantly higher percentage of positive bac- terial cultures (42%) in comparison to PRP-assigned cycles (0%), whereas cycles treated with PPP were not significantly different from the other groups (17%). PRP cycles tended (P .08) to have higher embryo recovery rates (83%) than the control (33%), though not significantly different than PPP (60%). In conclu- sion, plasma infusion modulated the inflammatory re- sponse in mares susceptible to PBIE, andPRPappears to have additional benefits in comparison to PPP.
Acknowledgments
Funding Sources This study was supported by the FAPESP Founda- tion and USDA Hatch Funds for Animal Health, University of Illinois.
Declaration of Ethics
The Authors have adhered to the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics of the AVMA.
Conflict of Interest The Authors have no conflicts of interest.