Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Cerebral Disorders of Calves.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Food animal practice
- Year:
- 2017
- Authors:
- Dore, Vincent & Smith, Geof
- Affiliation:
- Department of Population Health & Pathobiology · United States
Abstract
Neurologic diseases of the cerebrum are relatively common in cattle. In calves, the primary cerebral disorders are polioencephalomalacia, meningitis, and sodium toxicity. Because diagnostic testing is not always readily available, the practitioner must often decide on a course of treatment based on knowledge of the likely disease, as well as his or her own clinical experience. This is particularly true with neurologic diseases in which the prognosis is often poor and euthanasia may be the most humane outcome. This article reviews the most common diseases affecting the cerebrum of calves with a focus on pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
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